contemptuously
Произношение: [kənˈtɛmptʃuəsli]
Слово
Контекст: «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.
Пример
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?
Контекст: «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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