contemn

[US]/kənˈtɛm/
[UK]/kənˈtɛm/

Translation

vt.to regard with disdain or scorn

Phrases & Collocations

contemn the weak

contemn their beliefs

contemn the past

contemn authority

contemn the truth

contemn their efforts

contemn the rules

contemn the rich

contemn the weak-minded

contemn the unworthy

Example Sentences

many people contemn those who do not follow the rules.

he tends to contemn authority figures.

she does not contemn others' opinions.

to contemn the past is to ignore valuable lessons.

they contemn those who lack ambition.

it is unwise to contemn the advice of experienced professionals.

some may contemn the efforts of volunteers.

to contemn the struggles of others is to lack empathy.

he does not contemn those who are different from him.

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