contumely — harsh language or treatment arising from haughty disdain; an insult
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: harsh language or treatment arising from haughty disdain; an insult
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːntəməli/
Korean meaning: 거만한 경멸에서 나오는 모독적 언행; 모욕
Korean pronunciation: **컨**투멀리
Example Sentences
- The celebrity's social media was flooded with contumely after his controversial statement.
- Despite facing contumely from critics, the artist continued to paint purple cats wearing tutus.
- Shakespeare's Hamlet spoke of 'the proud man's contumely' as one of life's unbearable sufferings.
contumely
NOUN//ˈkɑːntəməli//
harsh language or treatment arising from haughty disdain; an insult
a well-dressed customer with a haughty expression points an accusing finger at a young waiter while shouting angrily. The customer's face shows complete disdain as he berates the server over a minor mistake with the order. The waiter shrinks back with a hurt expression, clearly wounded by the harsh verbal attack. Other diners at nearby tables turn to stare at the uncomfortable scene unfolding. The customer's cruel words and dismissive body language create a tense atmosphere in the restaurant. harsh language and treatment arising from haughty disdain and insult
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From Latin 'contumelia' meaning insulting behavior or abuse. The word combines the idea of something swelling up with arrogance to produce contemptuous treatment of others.
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“The celebrity's social media was flooded with contumely after his controversial statement.”
“Despite facing contumely from critics, the artist continued to paint purple cats wearing tutus.”
“Shakespeare's Hamlet spoke of 'the proud man's contumely' as one of life's unbearable sufferings.”
“The food blogger received such contumely for reviewing McDonald's with wine pairings that she started her own cooking show.”
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