| His face was cold and disdainful, and his back was straight with haughty pride. |
| The simple words oozed with disdainful contempt that seemed to pass unnoticed. |
| Her disdainful tone dismissed the idea of anyone desirable sending love letters. |
| Some faculty members seem to express a condescending, at times almost disdainful, attitude. |
| Several well-dressed older women shot them disdainful looks before looking away, noses upturned. |
| Though her words were perfectly respectful, there was a disdainful tone to her voice. |
