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4 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Contumely' in a Sentence

"A disrespectful and scornful display of contempt, expressed through words or actions; the act of treating someone with disdain or humiliation." more

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The heated family argument was marked by contumely from both sides.
The contumely exchanged between rival factions heightened the tension in the small town.
The author faced contumely from critics who dismissed his work as irrelevant.
Despite the contumely, she remained composed and focused on her goals.

Contumely

kon-too-muh-lee
nounA disrespectful and scornful display of contempt, expressed through words or actions; the act of treating someone with disdain or humiliation.
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Last Updated On: August 27, 2024
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