Synonyms of contempt
6 similar words · 5 opposite words
Another word for contempt is disdain. Other synonyms of contempt are scorn. The opposite of contempt is respect.
Synonyms and similar words for contempt
nounMore synonyms
- despectContempt, derision.
- despisalContempt; scornful hatred.
- despisementContempt, despisal.
- disdainA feeling of contempt or scorn.
- scornContempt or disdain.
- despiciency obsoleteThe act of looking down on someone; despisal.
Opposite of contempt
nounMore antonyms
Meaning of contempt
- noun The state or act of contemning; the feeling or attitude of regarding someone or something as inferior, base, or worthless; scorn, disdain.
- noun The state of being despised or dishonored; disgrace.
- noun Open disrespect or willful disobedience of the authority of a court of law or legislative body.
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Questions about synonyms of contempt
- What is another word for contempt?
- Contempt has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as disdain and scorn.
- What is the opposite of contempt?
- The opposite of contempt is respect.
- What does contempt mean?
- Contempt means the state or act of contemning; the feeling or attitude of regarding someone or something as inferior, base, or worthless; scorn, disdain.
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