Word of the Day: CONTEMPTUOUS

con·temp·tu·ous

adjective \kən-ˈtem(p)-chə-wəs, -chəs, -shwəs, -chü-əs\

: feeling or showing deep hatred or disapproval : feeling or showing contempt

 

Origin of CONTEMPTUOUS

Latin contemptus (see contempt)

First Known Use: 1574

Related to CONTEMPTUOUS

Synonyms

abhorrent, disdainful, scornful

Antonyms

admiring, applauding, appreciative, approving

 

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