Derision (5)
'derision' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for scorn that I've seen before include "Disdain or derision" , "Contumely" , "Open disrespect" , "Disgust" , "Deride, show contempt for" .)
'derision' is the definition.
(I know that derision can be written as ridicule)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for ridicule that I've seen before include "Poke fun at" , "Subjection to mockery and derision" , "Laugh at or deride" , "Meek" , "Pour scorn on" .)