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CONTEMPTUOUSLY

(adverb)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Contemptuously.

How to pronounce contemptuously:

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Contemptuously - as an adverb

Without respect; in a disdainful manner

Example: "She spoke of him contemptuously"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contumeliously21disdainfully20scornfully18

Example Sentences

"She looked at him contemptuously and turned away."
"He spoke to her in a contemptuously dismissive tone."
"The judge regarded the defendant contemptuously as he handed down the sentence."
"Sarah rolled her eyes contemptuously at her brother's sarcastic comment."
"The manager treated his employees contemptuously, belittling their efforts."
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Word Game Points

Is CONTEMPTUOUSLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, contemptuously is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CONTEMPTUOUSLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.

Is CONTEMPTUOUSLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, contemptuously is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONTEMPTUOUSLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 29.

Is CONTEMPTUOUSLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, contemptuously is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONTEMPTUOUSLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 27.

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