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CONTUMELY

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Contumely.

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Contumely - as a noun

A rude expression intended to offend or hurt

Example: "When a student made a stupid mistake he spared them no abuse"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abuse7insult6revilement15vilification20
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discourtesy17disrespect15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He endured much contumely and insults from his colleagues at work."
"The politician faced contumely from the press after his scandalous revelation."
"The students resented the contumely they received from their harsh teacher."
"Her promotion was met with contumely and jealousy from her coworkers."
"The defeated team left the field amidst a chorus of contumely from the opposing fans."
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Word Game Points

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

CONTUMELY has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is CONTUMELY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, contumely is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONTUMELY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is CONTUMELY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, contumely is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONTUMELY has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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