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Meaning & Definition of Contempt in English

English

Contempt

/kəntɛmpt/

noun

1. Lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike

  • "He was held in contempt"
  • "The despite in which outsiders were held is legendary"
synonym:
  • contempt,
  • disdain,
  • scorn,
  • despite

2. A manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous

synonym:
  • contempt,
  • disrespect

3. Open disrespect for a person or thing

synonym:
  • contempt,
  • scorn

4. A willful disobedience to or disrespect for the authority of a court or legislative body

synonym:
  • contempt