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Contempt

Description:

Contempt is a feeling of scorn or disdain towards someone or something, often accompanied by a lack of respect or consideration.

Examples:

Noun:

  1. She looked at him with utter contempt.
  2. The judge held the defendant in contempt of court for his disruptive behavior.
  3. He treated their opinions with complete contempt.

Verb:

  1. Despite her success, she was contemptuous of her critics.
  2. He contempted their suggestions, believing he knew better.
  3. She contempted the idea of working for a company that undervalued its employees.

Adjective:

  1. His contemptuous remarks were hurtful.
  2. The contemptuous expression on her face made it clear how she felt.
  3. He spoke in a contemptuous tone, belittling their achievements.

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