mit6 si6蔑視蔑视
Jyutpingmit6 si6
Yalemiht sih
Definition
To look down on, despise, or show contempt for someone.
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How it's used
Carries a strong sense of intellectual or social superiority, often implying that the person being looked down upon is beneath one's own status. While it is a standard term, it is rarely used in casual, lighthearted banter because of its heavy, formal weight. It is more common in written contexts or when describing serious interpersonal conflicts.
Examples
He always looks down on people around him, it's so annoying.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual conversation to describe minor dislikes, as it implies a deep-seated arrogance or active disdain rather than just a simple lack of preference.
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