contempt
UK/kәn'tempt/US
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Definitions
n.
A feeling that someone or something is worthless or beneath consideration; scorn; also, disrespect toward a court of law
轻蔑；蔑视；藐视法庭
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedcontogether, with
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temptstem
=contempt
Common Collocations
- 1.contempt of court藐视法庭
- 2.treat with contempt蔑视对待
Example Sentences
- 1.
The defendant showed contempt for the court by refusing to stand when the judge entered.
- 2.
She felt deep contempt for people who lied and manipulated others for personal gain.