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contemptuously

Aussprache: [kənˈtɛmptʃuəsli]

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Kontext: „attitude“

(adverb) in a way that shows you think someone or something is not worthy of respect. It’s like when someone talks about another person as if they are not important or are silly.

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She spoke contemptuously about the team's performance, believing they could do much better.

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He didn’t treat his friends contemptuously; instead, he showed them kindness and respect.

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Why did she look at him contemptuously when he made that comment?

Kontext: „social interaction“

(adverb) acting or speaking in a way that shows strong dislike or disdain for someone or something. Imagine someone rolling their eyes at a classmate's idea and laughing rather than considering it thoughtfully.

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The teacher explained the lesson without contemptuously dismissing any student's questions.

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He didn’t react contemptuously to the criticism; he listened carefully instead.

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Did she really respond contemptuously to his suggestion?

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