contemptuous
[kuhn-temp-choo-uhs]
adjective
showing or expressing contempt or disdain; scornful; disrespectful.
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Examples from the Web for contemptuously
Historical Examples of contemptuously
The parson never dreamed that any man could be afraid of him, except it were a liar, and he looked upon Rufus contemptuously.
Cradock Nowell, Vol. 1 (of 3)Richard Doddridge Blackmore
"We, out here, don't believe much in the efficacy of blue blood," he said contemptuously.
Wolf BreedJackson Gregory
He knew that they were to climb together to the temple, and that it was a pilgrimage from which he was contemptuously debarred.
The Dragon PainterMary McNeil Fenollosa
He meant to say, contemptuously, "I can imagine nothing of less consequence!"
Bunker BeanHarry Leon Wilson
This was not the kind of man to be contemptuously regarded or indiscreetly attacked.
A Book of the PlayDutton Cook
contemptuous
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