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Contemptuously Meaning in English

word · lemma: contemptuous

التعريف

In a way that shows strong disrespect, dislike, or a feeling of being better than someone or something.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

This adverb is formal and slightly literary, often used in writing. Common with verbs like 'say', 'look', 'smile', and 'respond.' Implies open disrespect. Not used to describe mild attitudes.

جمل نموذجية

She spoke contemptuously about the idea.

basic

He laughed contemptuously at their suggestion.

natural

During the meeting, she kept glancing contemptuously at her competitor.

natural

He looked at me contemptuously and walked away.

basic

The student answered the question contemptuously.

basic

"Oh, please," she said contemptuously, rolling her eyes.

natural