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desdem

nounarcaico/dɨʒˈdɐ̃j̃/rare

des·dém

Definition

Orthographically incorrect or archaic form for 'disdain'. Not used in contemporary standard European Portuguese.

The correct and only spelling in contemporary European Portuguese (1990 Orthographic Agreement) is 'desdém'.

*He looked at her with desdem. (Incorrect form).
*Her desdem was obvious. (Incorrect form).

Etymology

Possível erro ortográfico ou forma arcaica para 'desdém'.

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