contemptible

Word parts

contempt + -able

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /kənˈtɛmptəbəl/

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Adjective

Positive contemptible

Comparative more contemptible

Superlative most contemptible

1. If you feel that someone or something is contemptible, you feel strong dislike and disrespect for them.
   • Synonyms: despicable and mean

   a contemptible person

Related words

• contempt
• contemptuous