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Scoff
Negative Tone![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Using 'scoff' can show disapproval or scorn towards someone's ideas or actions. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/KIxKBOAABtrwpZFE9VjTlSrUN4.webp)
Subtle Belittling![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
'Scoff' implies thinking someone or something is inferior or not worthy of serious consideration. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/NHSk95Nbt20PfACC7xetMBNw9M.webp)
Conversational![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
'Scoff' is more common in spoken English and can sound too casual in formal writing. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/NWJ8fQZoCSYz7bQpFrixSotE.webp)