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showing contempt

 

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Adverbial showing contempt has 1 sense
  1. contemptuously, disdainfully, scornfully, contumeliously, showing contempt - without respect; in a disdainful manner; "she spoke of him contemptuously"

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Showing Contempt

Description:

Show contempt is an expression used to describe an act of displaying a strong feeling of disapproval, disrespect, or scorn towards someone or something. It involves demonstrating a lack of regard or value for the person or object in question, often through verbal or non-verbal means.

Senses:

1. Verb - Expressing Disdain or Disregard:

When used as a verb, showing contempt refers to the act of openly expressing disdain or disregard for someone or something.

Example sentence: He showed contempt for his opponent by rolling his eyes during the debate.

2. Noun - Display of Disapproval or Scorn:

As a noun, showing contempt refers to the display or act of expressing disapproval, scorn, or disrespect towards someone or something.

Example sentence: Her raised eyebrows were a clear showing of contempt towards his taste in music.

3. Adjective - Full of Disdain or Disrespect:

When used as an adjective, showing contempt describes someone or something that is characterized by a strong feeling of disdain or disrespect.

Example sentence: The defendant's showing contempt attitude towards the judge did not bode well for his case.

Usage:

Show contempt can be observed in various situations such as personal relationships, professional interactions, or societal contexts. It can manifest through facial expressions, body language, tone of voice, or spoken words.

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