Contumely
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What Does Contumely Mean?
- 侮辱
- 蔑视
- 轻蔑
Contumely Pronunciation
/kənˈtjuːməli/
Contumely Definition
noun
Definition
insulting or contemptuous behavior; scornful treatment
In ZH
侮辱或轻蔑的行为；蔑视的对待
How to Use Contumely in a Sentence
- His contumely was evident in the way he spoke to her.
- The contumely directed at the speaker was palpable during the debate.
- She endured a life filled with contumely and derision.
- Contumely can often escalate into more serious forms of abuse.
- He faced contumely from his peers for his unconventional ideas.