Contempt


The meaning of the word Contempt is: the feeling of intense dislike and a lack of respect for someone/something


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Because Abby came from a wealthy family, it was not surprising she looked at homeless people with contempt.

published by Reina on 2021-03-20 03:17:22


Sarah is a wonderful person who has never shown contempt for anyone.

published by Dorene on 2021-04-01 03:29:48


After refusing to listen to the judge, the defendant was held in contempt of court and taken back to his jail cell.

published by Rolande on 2021-02-28 17:01:01


Many of the city’s residents feel contempt for law enforcement because of the increasing accusations of officer misconduct.

published by Penny on 2021-09-30 18:59:39


The parents of the murder victim showed a great deal of contempt for their child’s killer.

published by Hunter on 2021-12-10 20:10:21


Since Mrs. Stockton had treated everyone with contempt her whole life, no one attended her funeral.

published by Althea on 2021-12-02 03:57:16


John’s prejudice causes him to feel contempt for people who do not speak English.

published by Isis on 2021-03-13 19:27:29


Because he was bitten by a dog as a young child, Jake feels contempt for all dogs today.

published by Alisa on 2021-05-14 22:33:36


My contempt for Helen makes it difficult for me to work with her!

published by Theresia on 2021-05-25 14:09:53


The man showed his contempt for his country by burning the national flag.

published by Gloria on 2021-12-19 01:06:46


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