distain (Meaning)

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distain (v. t.)

To tinge with a different color from the natural or proper one; to stain; to discolor; to sully; to tarnish; to defile; -- used chiefly in poetry.

The politician's distain for his opponent was palpable, emanating from every pore of his being.
She harbored an intense distain for dishonesty, refusing to tolerate any deceit or deception.
With a visible distain etched across his face, he made it clear that he had no respect for the person in front of him.
The athlete's distain for losing was evident in his aggressive and determined approach to every competition.
She carried herself with an air of distain, as if she felt superior to those around her.
The critic's distain for the latest movie was evident in his scathing review, which left no aspect of the film unscathed.
The teacher's distain for disruptive behavior was evident in the stern look she gave to any student who misbehaved.
The employee's distain for his job was apparent in his lack of enthusiasm and attention to detail.
The fashionista's distain for yesterday's trends was evident in her cutting-edge wardrobe, which showcased the latest and greatest designs.
The traveler's distain for crowds was evident in his preference for remote and secluded destinations, far away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

To tinge with a different color from the natural or proper one; to stain; to discolor; to sully; to tarnish; to defile; -- used chiefly in poetry.

muck,stain, blacken, soil, dirty, besmirch, pollute, grime, mire,mess

clean, purify, cleanse, purge, wipe, cleanse, clean, purify, purge, wipe

The politician's distain for his opponent was palpable, emanating from every pore of his being.

She harbored an intense distain for dishonesty, refusing to tolerate any deceit or deception.

With a visible distain etched across his face, he made it clear that he had no respect for the person in front of him.

The athlete's distain for losing was evident in his aggressive and determined approach to every competition.