contumely

[US]/kɒnˈtjuːməli/
[UK]/kənˈtjuːməli/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.insulting language or treatment; arrogance; contemptuous behavior
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

face contumely

endure contumely

suffer contumely

bear contumely

speak contumely

contumely and scorn

contumely displayed

contumely directed

contumely received

contumely expressed

Example Sentences

he faced contumely from his peers for his unconventional ideas.

her contumely remarks hurt his feelings deeply.

despite the contumely, he remained steadfast in his beliefs.

the contumely directed at him only fueled his determination.

she responded to the contumely with grace and dignity.

contumely can often reflect more on the speaker than the subject.

he chose to ignore the contumely and focus on his work.

contumely is a poor substitute for constructive criticism.

her contumely attitude alienated her from the group.

he could not understand why people resorted to contumely instead of dialogue.

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