contumelies

[US]/ˈkɒntjʊmɪlɪz/
[UK]/ˈkɑntjʊˌmiliˌiz/

Translation

n.insulting or humiliating treatment; abusive remarks or actions

Phrases & Collocations

face contumelies

suffer contumelies

endure contumelies

speak contumelies

receive contumelies

avoid contumelies

condemn contumelies

overcome contumelies

counter contumelies

respond to contumelies

Example Sentences

he faced contumelies from his peers after the mistake.

she responded to the contumelies with grace and dignity.

the contumelies hurled at him only fueled his determination.

contumelies can have a lasting impact on one's self-esteem.

he could not ignore the contumelies directed at his family.

the politician's speech addressed the contumelies of his opponents.

contumelies are often a reflection of the speaker's insecurities.

she was tired of enduring contumelies from her colleagues.

his poetry often reflects the contumelies he faced in life.

overcoming contumelies can be a powerful personal journey.

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