CONTEMPT in A TREE GROWS IN BROOKLYN

10 uses

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1 —7 uses as in:
feels contempt towards her

Definition

lack of respect for someone or something thought inferior — often accompanied by a feeling of dislike or disgust

contemptuous = lacked respect

Johnny heard the story and contemptuously dismissed Gussie from his mind.
Chapter 29 (29% in)
But these last ones..." she flicked at them contemptuously.
Chapter 39 (17% in)
"Women!" he grunted contemptuously.
Chapter 40 (78% in)
"Kids," said Neeley contemptuously, jingling some coins in his pockets.
Chapter 43 (89% in)
Dead books," he said contemptuously.
Chapter 44 (67% in)
" "Oh, sugar!" said Sissy contemptuously.
Chapter 50 (26% in)

There are no more uses of "contempt" flagged with this meaning in A Tree Grows in Brooklyn.

Typical Usage (best examples)

? —3 uses
exact meaning not specified

Katie's contempt for the politicians did not interfere with her making her yearly call.
Chapter 24 (96% in)

She was quickly ashamed of her contempt.
Chapter 10 (65% in)
Although Katie had nothing but contempt for the Organization, she saw no reason why they shouldn't take advantage of the good time.
Chapter 24 (38% in)

There are no more uses of "contempt" in A Tree Grows in Brooklyn.

Typical Usage (best examples)

contempt used in A Tree Grows in Brooklyn