CONTUMELY
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Contumely.
How to pronounce contumely:
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Contumely - as a noun
A rude expression intended to offend or hurt
Example: "When a student made a stupid mistake he spared them no abuse"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abuseinsultrevilementvilificationHypernyms (Closely Related)
discourtesydisrespectHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He endured much contumely and insults from his colleagues at work."
"The politician faced contumely from the press after his scandalous revelation."
"The students resented the contumely they received from their harsh teacher."
"Her promotion was met with contumely and jealousy from her coworkers."
"The defeated team left the field amidst a chorus of contumely from the opposing fans."
Word Game Points
Is CONTUMELY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, contumely is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CONTUMELY has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is CONTUMELY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, contumely is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCONTUMELY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is CONTUMELY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, contumely is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCONTUMELY has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
