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Term: contemtuously

Part of Speech: Adverb

Senses:

1. Showing or expressing contempt; scornfully.
2. In a disdainful or disrespectful manner.

Usage:

1. The speaker looked at his opponent contemptuously before uttering his final remarks.
2. She contemptuously dismissed his ideas as irrelevant.

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