What is "scorning"

Usage examples of "scorning".

A storm of tears gushed from her eyes, but in a moment, as if scorning her own weakness, she drove them back into her heart.

Thou, pavement, which I tread Towards her chamber,--let your echoes talk Of my imperious step scorning surprise, But not of my intent!

I became a gladiator--I linked myself with those accursed men, scorning, loathing, while I joined--I acquired their skill--blessed be the lesson!

The scorning jay: scorning humbler birds, out of pride of his fine plumage.

His son was born to be somebody, and it was a serious sin to stop his progress by scorning the help of his good protector.

He proved to be a fussy eater, scorning most of the dishes because of their spicy flavor, but Zacharias had suffered hunger too many times to let food go to waste.