contemn — to regard or treat with disdain; to despise
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to regard or treat with disdain; to despise
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈtɛm/
Example Sentences
- The food critic contemns fast food restaurants as culinary disasters.
- She contemns people who judge others by their appearance.
- The philosopher contemns materialism as the root of human misery.
contemn
VERB[/kənˈtɛm/]
to regard or treat with disdain; to despise
The senator stood tall and dared to contemn the corrupt verdict before the entire court.
He'll contemn them like a worthless gem.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'contemnere,' composed of 'com-' (with, together) and 'temnere' (to slight or scorn). The word entered English in the 15th century.
Breakdown
con- (with, together) + temn (to scorn/slight) + -zero/null ending = contemn
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📝Examples
“The food critic contemns fast food restaurants as culinary disasters.”
“She contemns people who judge others by their appearance.”
“The philosopher contemns materialism as the root of human misery.”
“My cat seems to contemn the expensive cat food I bought and prefers cardboard boxes.”
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