con
tempt
1
the disregard and lack of respect for someone or something seen as insignificant or unworthy
- She looked at his suggestion with contempt, dismissing it immediately.
- His contempt for the rules was evident when he ignored them completely.
- The politician’s contempt for his opponents was clear during the debate.
- He spoke with contempt about the new policy, believing it was ineffective.
- His actions were filled with contempt for authority.
2
a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous
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3
a willful disobedience to or disrespect for the authority of a court or legislative body
4
a strong feeling of disrespect or disapproval directed at a person or thing
- She held nothing but contempt for the rumors spread about her.
- Despite being in the same team, his contempt for his teammate's skills often came to the surface.
- The judge warned the defendant to not display any further contempt towards the court.
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