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   Con·tempt

   /kənˈtem(p)t/

   

   noun

   • 1. the feeling that a person or a thing is beneath consideration, worthless, or deserving scorn: "he showed his contempt for his job by doing it very badly" Similar scorndisdaindisrespectdeprecationdisparagementdenigrationopprobriumodiumobloquyscornfulnessderisionmockeryridiculedisgustloathingdetestationabhorrencehatredarchaic:contumelyOpposite respect
   • ▪ disregard for something that should be taken into account: "this action displays an arrogant contempt for the wishes of the majority" Similar disrespectdisregardslightingneglectcontumacyOpposite respect
   • ▪ the offense of being disobedient to or disrespectful of a court of law and its officers: "when he was found to have lied to the House this was a contempt"

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Latin contemptus, from contemnere (see contemn).

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   The meaning of CONTEMPT is the act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain. How to use contempt in a sentence. Frequently Asked Questions About contempt.

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   CONTEMPT definition: 1. a strong feeling of disliking and having no respect for someone or something: 2. to feel…. Learn more.

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   CONTEMPT meaning: 1. a strong feeling of disliking and having no respect for someone or something: 2. to feel…. Learn more.

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   Contempt definition: the feeling with which a person regards anything considered mean, vile, or worthless; disdain; scorn.. See examples of CONTEMPT used in a sentence.

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   Definitions of contempt. noun. lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike. “he was held in contempt ” synonyms: despite, disdain, scorn. see more. noun. open disrespect for a person or thing. synonyms: scorn. see more. noun. a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous. synonyms: disrespect. see more. noun.

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   noun. 1. the feeling with which a person regards anything considered mean, vile, or worthless; disdain; scorn. 2. the state of being despised; dishonor; disgrace. 3. Law. a. willful disobedience to or open disrespect for the rules or orders of a court ( contempt of court) or legislative body.

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   1. a feeling of disdain for anything considered mean, vile, or worthless; scorn. 2. the state of being despised; disgrace. 3. willful disobedience to or open disrespect for the rules or orders of a court or legislative body: contempt of court.

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   Definition of contempt noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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    contempt for something a lack of worry or fear about rules, danger, etc. The firefighters showed a contempt for their own safety. His remarks betray a staggering contempt for the truth (= are completely false). = contempt of court He could be jailed for two years for contempt.

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    The willful defiance, disregard, or disrespect of judicial or legislative authority or dignity, especially any disobedience of an order or any conduct that disrupts, obstructs, or interferes with the administration or procedures of a court or legislature. See also contemner.