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as in: feels contempt towards him Define
lack of respect -- often accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike or disgust
- "Nearly wet himself," said Fred, with a contemptuous glance at Malfoy.
- "Them!" said Stan contemptuously.
- Familiarity breeds contempt.
- He was impolite. She pretended not to notice except that she treated him with contempt.
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as in: feels contempt towards him Define
lack of respect -- often accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike or disgust
as in: held in contempt of court
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the crime of willful disobedience to or disrespect for the authority of a court or legislative body
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