contemptuously

Thân thiện

She looked at the suggestion contemptuously and turned away.

Definition

Adverb: * In a manner that shows or expresses contempt; scornfully, disdainfully. It describes an action done with a feeling that someone or something is worthless, inferior, or deserving of scorn.

Usage

The adverb "contemptuously" is used to modify a verb, describing how an action is performed. It indicates the action is done with a strong sense of disrespect, scorn, or disdain.

Examples

• She contemptuously dismissed his apology as insincere.
• The critic contemptuously tossed the book onto the pile of rejects.
• He snorted contemptuously at the suggestion that he needed help.
• They looked contemptuously at the outdated equipment.

Advanced Usage

• "To wave/speak/glance contemptuously": These collocations are common, where the adverb intensifies the scornful nature of the gesture, speech, or look.
  • He waved his hand contemptuously, signaling for them to leave.

Variants and Related Words

• Contempt (noun): The feeling that a person or a thing is worthless or beneath consideration.
  • She felt nothing but contempt for his lies.
• Contemptible (adjective): Deserving contempt; despicable.
  • It was a contemptible act of cowardice.
• Contemptuous (adjective): Showing contempt; scornful.
  • He gave a contemptuous laugh.

Synonyms

• Disdainfully: With a feeling that someone or something is unworthy of respect.
• Scornfully: With a feeling of contempt or derision.
• Derisively: In a manner expressing contempt or ridicule.
• Sneeringly: In a mocking or contemptuous way, often with a facial expression.

Antonyms

• Respectfully: In a way that shows deference or admiration.
• Admiringly: With approval, respect, or pleasure.
• Politely: In a courteous and respectful manner.

Học thuật

Adverb

1. without respect; in a disdainful manner
   • she spoke of him contemptuously

Từ đồng nghĩa

• disdainfully
• scornfully
• contumeliously