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Term: Contemptuously

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense:

1. In a contemptuous manner; showing or expressing disdain or scorn.

Usage:

Example 1: She looked at him contemptuously, as if he was beneath her.

Example 2: He spoke contemptuously about his rival during the interview.

Example 3: The judge dismissed the lawyer's argument contemptuously.

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