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Phrasal Verb - Looking Down On

March 12, 2026 · 2 min read

Raymundo CH

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To express contempt, disapproval, or superiority towards someone or something, often in a condescending or arrogant manner.

No.	Example
1	Despite her success, her colleagues still look down on her because of her rough upbringing.
2	He looks down on manual labor and only respects those in white-collar jobs.
3	The audience looked down on the performer's attempt at comedy and booed him off the stage.
4	I used to look down on vegetarians, but after trying a few delicious plant-based meals, I've changed my mind.
5	The new employee was initially looked down upon by her team, but she quickly proved herself.
6	The wealthy businessman looked down on the homeless man, ignoring his pleas for help.
7	Despite his advanced age, the elder statesman continued to look down on the younger politicians.
8	The teacher looked down on the student for not completing his homework, but didn't offer any assistance.
9	The fashion industry continues to look down on plus-size models, perpetuating a harmful stereotype.
10	The CEO looked down on the idea of offering paid parental leave, but eventually came around after seeing the positive impact it had on employee morale.

March 12, 2026 · 2 min read

Raymundo CH

Image illustrating the verb Looking down (phrasal verb)

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To express disapproval or contempt towards someone or something by looking at them with a scornful or disdainful expression or attitude.
To refuse to acknowledge or consider someone or something, often due to their perceived inferiority or insignificance.
To look at something or someone from a higher position with authority or superiority.

No.	Example
1	Despite his achievements, the boss still looked down on him because of his humble background.
2	She looked down on those who didn't share her political views.
3	He looked down from the balcony, surveying his kingdom.
4	The teacher looked down on the student who didn't finish his homework.
5	They refused to look down on the homeless, recognizing their inherent worth.
6	He looked down on her for wearing jeans to the formal dinner.
7	The parents looked down on their children for not being academic achievers.
8	He looked down on the idea of marriage, believing it to be outdated.
9	She looked down on the beggar, ignoring his pleas for change.
10	He looked down on the proposal, finding it insufficient.