Disdainful and Respectful

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Disdainful adjective - Feeling or showing open dislike for someone or something regarded as undeserving of respect or concern.

Usage example: a disdainful attitude toward people who work as waiters and waitresses

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Respectful is an antonym for disdainful in scornful topic.

Respectful adjective - Full of or exhibiting respect.

Usage example: respectful behavior

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Disdainful is an antonym for respectful.

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