contemptuously
adverb
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Pronunciation: /kənˈtɛmp.tʃu.əs.li/ / /kənˈtɛmp.tju.əs.li/ / /kənˈtɛmp.t͡ʃu.əs.li/
adv
Etymology: Etymology tree English contemptuous Middle English -ly English -ly English contemptuously From contemptuous + -ly.
- In a disrespectful or discourteous manner; condescendingly.
“He argued with the judge contemptuously, showing no respect or remorse for his actions.”
“Ralph, who was a thickset clownish figure, arrived at his full strength, and conscious of the most complete personal superiority, laughed contemptuously at the threats of the slight-made stripling.”