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Another word for dismissive

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• adjective (Context 1)

Feeling or showing that something or someone is unworthy of serious consideration, attention, or respect.

Usage Example

"The manager gave a disdainful wave of his hand when the intern suggested changing the project schedule."

Strongest
disdainful
Strong
contemptuous
scornful
derisive
condescending
aloof
cavalier
offhand
Weak
flippant

Opposites of dismissive

The opposite of dismissive shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

receptive
attentive
respectful
open-minded
accepting
considerate
welcoming
supportive
See all opposites of dismissive

• Nearby Words

dismiss
dismissal
dismissible
dismissive
dismissively
dismissiveness
dismount

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Dismissive. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/dismissive
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