CONTEMPT


Meaning of CONTEMPT in English

noun

1.

Synonyms: despite 1, despisal, despisement, disdain, disparagement, scorn

Related Word: antipathy, aversion; distaste, repugnance

Contrasted words: awe, fear, reverence

Antonyms: regard

2.

Synonyms: disgrace , discredit, disesteem, disfavor, dishonor, disrepute, ignominy, infamy, opprobrium, shame

3.

Synonyms: defiance 2, contumacy, despite, recalcitrance, stubbornness

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