contempt
nounA strong feeling that someone or something is unworthy of respect.
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Clear all filtersA strong feeling that someone or something is unworthy of respect.
Deserving scorn or strong disapproval.
Showing that someone or something is regarded as unworthy of respect.
Lacking courage in a contemptible way.
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