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- [kuh n-temp-choo-uh s]
- /kənˈtɛmp tʃu əs/
- /kənˈtemp.tju.əs/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kuh n-temp-choo-uh s]
- /kənˈtɛmp tʃu əs/
Definitions of contemptuous word
- adjective contemptuous If you are contemptuous of someone or something, you do not like or respect them at all. 3
- adjective contemptuous showing or feeling contempt; disdainful 3
- adjective contemptuous full of contempt; scornful; disdainful 3
- adjective contemptuous showing or expressing contempt or disdain; scornful; disrespectful. 1
- noun contemptuous Showing contempt; scornful. 1
- adjective contemptuous disdainful 1
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Origin of contemptuous
First appearance:
before 1520 One of the 28% oldest English words
1520-30; < Latin contemptu-, stem of contemptus contempt + -ous
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Parts of speech for Contemptuous
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
contemptuous popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 65% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for contemptuous
adj contemptuous
- derisive — A derisive noise, expression, or remark expresses contempt.
- haughty — disdainfully proud; snobbish; scornfully arrogant; supercilious: haughty aristocrats; a haughty salesclerk.
- insulting — giving or causing insult; characterized by affronting rudeness, insolence, etc.
- disrespectful — characterized by, having, or showing disrespect; lacking courtesy or esteem: a disrespectful remark about teachers.
- condescending — If you say that someone is condescending, you are showing your disapproval of the fact that they talk or behave in a way which shows that they think they are superior to other people.
adjective contemptuous
- insolent — boldly rude or disrespectful; contemptuously impertinent; insulting: an insolent reply.
Antonyms for contemptuous
adj contemptuous
- flattering — to try to please by complimentary remarks or attention.
- respectful — full of, characterized by, or showing politeness or deference: a respectful reply.
- polite — showing good manners toward others, as in behavior, speech, etc.; courteous; civil: a polite reply.
- respected — a particular, detail, or point (usually preceded by in): to differ in some respect.
- praising — the act of expressing approval or admiration; commendation; laudation.
adjective contemptuous
- admiring — An admiring expression shows that you like or respect someone or something.
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