dismissive
Americanadjective
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indicating dismissal or rejection; having the purpose or effect of dismissing, as from one's presence or from consideration.
a curt, dismissive gesture.
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indicating lack of interest or approbation; scornful; disdainful.
Other Word Forms
- dismissively adverb
Etymology
Origin of dismissive
Example Sentences
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Before he started his political career, he said he would have been "dismissive" of party politics but now says helping people to find their political voice is "the number one thing" for him.
From BBC
In fact, offering a silver lining can feel dismissive, as though you’re minimizing their pain or frustration.
From MarketWatch
He looks pleased but also embarrassed, trying for a dismissive shrug as he takes a sip of his coffee.
From Literature
On second thought, maybe the unruffled, dismissive response is the way to go.
From Los Angeles Times
“There’s no denying there are voters who are dismissive towards horror,” says Matt Neglia, who runs the awards site Next Best Picture.
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