contempt (/kənˈtempt/)
noun · Advanced · Emotions & Feelings
🔊 /kənˈtempt/
Meaning
Meaning: scornful disregard
A feeling that someone or something is worthless and deserves no respect.
Examples
🗣 She regarded the cheating politician with open contempt and refused to shake his hand.
Etymology
From Latin ‘contemnere’ (to despise, scorn).
How & Where It’s Used
A strong word for scorn; in law ‘contempt of court’ means defiance.
Tags: emotion, dislike