Part of Speech

Adjective

Phonetic Transcription

/diz.plí.sen.te/

Translation Options into English

• Disdainful
• Disrespectful
• Indifferent

Meaning and Usage

The word "displicente" refers to a manner or attitude characterized by disdain or indifference. In Spanish, it often describes someone who displays a lack of interest or concern, often in a condescending or dismissive way. The frequency of use is relatively moderate; it can be found in both oral and written contexts but is often more prevalent in literary or formal discussions to describe a person's demeanor.

Example Sentences

1. Su actitud displicente en la reunión molestó a muchos de los presentes.

2. His disdainful attitude in the meeting annoyed many attendees.

3. A pesar de su talento, su comportamiento displicente lo ha llevado a perder oportunidades.

4. Despite his talent, his indifferent behavior has led him to miss opportunities.

5. Ella habló de manera displicente, como si no le interesara el tema en absoluto.

6. She spoke in a disdainful manner, as if she had no interest in the topic at all.

Idiomatic Expressions

The term "displicente" can be part of idiomatic expressions that describe attitudes of indifference or disdain. Here are a few examples:

1. Con una actitud displicente:
2. Actuó con una actitud displicente, como si el trabajo no le importara en absoluto.

3. He acted with a disdainful attitude, as if the job didn't matter to him at all.

4. Ser displicente con alguien:

5. No deberías ser displicente con tus amigos, ellos merecen respeto.

6. You shouldn’t be disdainful towards your friends; they deserve respect.

7. Mirada displicente:

8. Recibí una mirada displicente de su parte durante toda la cena.

9. I received a disdainful look from him throughout the dinner.

10. Hablar con displicencia:

11. Hablar con displicencia sobre los problemas ajenos no te hace parecer mejor.
12. Speaking disdainfully about other people's problems doesn't make you seem better.

Etymology

The word "displicente" is derived from the Latin "displicentem," which is the accusative form of "displicens," originating from the verb "displicere" meaning to displease or to be displeased. The prefix "dis-" suggests negation or opposition, while "plicere" refers to folding or twisting, hence reinforcing the connotation of rejection or dismissal.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Despectivo (disdainful) - Desinteresado (disinterested) - Indiferente (indifferent)

Antonyms: - Respetuoso (respectful) - Interesado (interested) - Aficionado (fond)