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contempt

/kən'tɛmpt/ · kəntɛmpt

Contempt has 2 syllables: con · tempt.

con
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tempt
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noun. A manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous.

noun. Open disrespect for a person or thing.

noun. Lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike.

noun. A willful disobedience to or disrespect for the authority of a court or legislative body.

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