Contempt
mediumkun-TEMPT
noun
Definition
The feeling that a person or thing is beneath consideration, worthless, or deserving scorn
Examples
“She looked at him with utter contempt.”
“The judge held the defendant in contempt of court.”
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GRE Tip
Contempt is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "scorn" or "disdain" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "respect".
Related GRE Words
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To openly disregard a rule, law, or convention
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Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something
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apprehension
Anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen
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Great happiness and exhilaration
indignation
Anger or annoyance provoked by what is perceived as unfair treatment
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