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    contempt

    contempt - Dictionary definition and meaning for word contempt

    Definition
    (noun) lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike
    Synonyms : despite , disdain , scorn
    Example Sentence
    • he was held in contempt
    • the despite in which outsiders were held is legendary
    Definition
    (noun) a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous
    Synonyms : disrespect
    Definition
    (noun) open disrespect for a person or thing
    Synonyms : scorn
    Definition
    (noun) a willful disobedience to or disrespect for the authority of a court or legislative body
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for contempt

CONTEMPT <> con (with) + TEMPER

18        2

temp: dislike things which are temporary

4        7

remind from phrase of Hindi movie"contempt of court "

4        2

con(kon)+ temp(temporary): "kon temporary kaam kiya", he said in contempt tone

2        2

camp wala tent.I dislike the camp wala tent.

1        12

Word used in video below:
text: I am contempt yes this whole trip was
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