Disgust contempt

Disapproving

Also known as critical

Strength 1 of 4

A cool sense that something falls short of how it ought to be, with a slight drawing back and a judgement forming, but no heat behind it yet.

In the body

  • Lips pressed thin
  • Arms folding
  • A small frown

Needs behind it

When these needs aren’t met

Softer and stronger

  1. Disapproving
  2. Cynical
  3. Contemptuous
  4. Loathing

See also