Synonyms for cold-shoulder

Grammar : Adj, noun, verb

Spell : kohld-shohl-der

Phonetic Transcription : ˈkoʊldˈʃoʊl dər

Top 10 synonyms for cold-shoulder

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Définition of cold-shoulder

Origin : 1816, in the figurative sense of "icy reception," first in Sir Walter Scott, probably originally a literal figure, but commonly used with a punning reference to "cold shoulder of mutton," considered a poor man's dish and thus, perhaps, something one would set out for an unwanted guest with deliberate intention to convey displeasure.
How often have we admired the poor knight, who, to avoid the snares of bribery and dependence, was found making a second dinner from a cold shoulder of mutton, above the most affluent courtier, who had sold himself to others for a splendid pension! ["No Fiction," 1820]

As in arrogant : adj having exaggerated self-opinion
As in passionless : adj frigid
As in prideful : adj arrogant
As in contemptuous : adj arrogant, insolent
As in frigid : adj unresponsive
As in cold shoulder : noun snub
As in ostracize : verb exile, banish
As in shun : verb avoid, ignore
As in brush off : verb ignore
As in brush aside/brush off : verb ignore; refuse
As in disregard : verb ignore; make light of
As in ignore : verb disregard on purpose

Example sentences :

As to Frances, she behaved abominably, and turned the cold-shoulder to everybody.
Extract from : « It May Be True Volume 1 of 3 » by Mrs. Wood

Swift does not at once fascinate and cold-shoulder him as he does to so many people.
Extract from : « The Art of Letters » by Robert Lynd

One doesn't realize these things at first—neither of you will, till you see how dreadfully Society can cold-shoulder.
Extract from : « Beyond » by John Galsworthy

Antonyms for cold-shoulder

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