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contempts 中文解釋 wordnet sense Collocation Usage Collins Definition
Noun
/kənˈtem(p)t/,
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contempts, plural;
  1. The feeling that a person or a thing is beneath consideration, worthless, or deserving scorn
    • - he showed his contempt for his job by doing it very badly
  2. Disregard for something that should be taken into account
    • - this action displays an arrogant contempt for the wishes of the majority
  3. The offense of being disobedient to or disrespectful of a court of law and its officers
    • - several unions were held to be in contempt and were fined
  4. The offense of being similarly disobedient to or disrespectful of the lawful operation of a legislative body (e.g., its investigations)


  1. Contempt is an intense feeling or attitude of regarding someone or something as inferior, base, or worthless—it is similar to scorn. It is also used when people are being sarcastic. ...