Contempt Synonyms and Examples of Contempt in a Sentence

This page will teach you synonyms of the English word contempt and show you how to use contempt in a sentence.

Synonyms for contempt

The top synonym for contempt is derision.

Some other good synonyms for contempt are:

  • disapproval
  • disdain
  • dislike
  • disrespect
  • hatred
  • scorn
  • censure
  • cynicism
  • disregard
  • mockery

Examples of contempt in a sentence

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