contemptuously

C2
US /kənˈtɛmp.t͡ʃu.əs.li/ UK /kənˈtɛmp.tʃu.əs.li/
adv Freq #105702

Meanings

  1. 1
    adv

    In a disrespectful or discourteous manner; condescendingly.

    He argued with the judge contemptuously, showing no respect or remorse for his actions.

  2. 2
    adv

    without respect

Etymology

From contemptuous + -ly.

Thesaurus

Synonyms
1 adv · in a disrespectful or... condescendinglydisdainfullydisrespectfully
2 adv · without respect contumeliouslydisdainfullyirreverentlyscornfully

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