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CONTEMPTUOUS

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Contemptuous.

Contemptuous - as an adjective satellite

Expressing extreme contempt

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disdainfulinsultingscornful

Contemptuous - as an adjective

Showing contempt; expressing disdain; showing a lack of respect.

Example: "I don't know that guy, but he just gave me a contemptuous look."

Example Sentences

"She gave him a contemptuous glance before turning away."
"The supervisor spoke in a contemptuous tone to his subordinates."
"He rolled his eyes in a contemptuous manner when he heard the suggestion."
"Her contemptuous attitude towards the project was evident in her actions."
"The professor had a contemptuous disregard for his students' opinions."
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Word Game Points

Is CONTEMPTUOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, contemptuous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CONTEMPTUOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is CONTEMPTUOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, contemptuous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONTEMPTUOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is CONTEMPTUOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, contemptuous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONTEMPTUOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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