contemptuous
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Learner's definition of CONTEMPTUOUS
[more contemptuous; most contemptuous]
somewhat formal
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feeling or showing deep hatred or disapproval
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feeling or showing contempt
— often + of
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a contemptuous [=disdainful] attitude/smile/remark
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Scholars were contemptuous [=scornful] of the theory until recent scientific developments proved it possible.
— contemptuously
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