contemptuously
adverb
in a way that expresses contempt or disdain; scornfully.
half-contemptuously
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a word derived from
contemptuously.
Example Sentences
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I was not fishing for thanks," returned Gaut, half-contemptuously, "but wished a few words with you on private matters which concern only you and myself.
From Gaut Gurley by D. P. Thompson
"I am surprised," said Hero sternly and even half-contemptuously.
From Nuova or The New Bee by Vernon L. (Vernon Lyman) Kellogg
They smiled at his words, and said, half-contemptuously, they could not have imagined any one so ignorant of the law.
From A Mad Love by Charlotte M. Brame
"I am glad you are so likely to be supported," returned the girl, half-earnestly, half-contemptuously.
From The Fatal Glove by Clara Augusta
They faced one another for a moment in open conflict; then half-contemptuously Max made an appeal.
From The Keeper of the Door by Ethel M. (Ethel May) Dell
