Dictionary Check: contempt

"contempt" is a valid word!

Scrabble 14 points
Words with Friends 18 points

Definition

noun

lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike

Example: "he was held in contempt"
Synonyms:
noun

a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous

Synonyms:
noun

open disrespect for a person or thing

Synonyms:
noun

a willful disobedience to or disrespect for the authority of a court or legislative body

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