What is Looking Down On?
A feeling of superiority mixed with strong disapproval toward someone seen as beneath one's standards. It is one of the most corrosive emotions in relationships, signaling deep disrespect. Contempt communicates that the other person is not worthy of regard.
When you might feel looking down on
Looking Down On is a specific form of disgust, which itself is a type of anger. You might experience this feeling in situations where anger is present, particularly when the circumstances align with the nuances that define looking down on.