CONTEMPT

/kənˈtɛmpt/ ► audio Scrabble 14 Words With Friends 18

Scrabble letter values: C3O1N1T1E1M3P3T1 = 14

Definition

  1. noun lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike. — synonyms: disdain, scorn, despite
  2. noun a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous. — synonyms: disrespect
  3. noun open disrespect for a person or thing. — synonyms: scorn
  4. noun a willful disobedience to or disrespect for the authority of a court or legislative body.

Examples

  • “he was held in contempt”
  • “the despite in which outsiders were held is legendary”

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