“Contemptible” vs. “Contemptuous”: What’s the Difference?
Jun 9, 2023
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The difference between “contemptible” and “contemptuous”
- Contemptible describes a thing or person that is deserving of hatred, while contemptuous describes a behavior or attitude.
- Contemptible is used to express a level of hatred or disgust, while contemptuous is used to describe a lack of respect for someone or something.
- Contemptible typically refers to something that is intrinsically bad, while contemptuous can refer to anything that someone feels deserves contempt.
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What is the definition of “contemptible” and “contemptuous”?
Contemptible
- Something or someone that deserves scorn or deep hatred.
- It refers to an act or a person that is degrading and pathetic.
- This adjective is used to describe things that are mean or unworthy.
Contemptuous
- Expressing disrespect or disdain for someone or something.
- It may include emotions such as hatred, disgust, anger or annoyance.
- A person who is contemptuous often shows contempt through actions, words, or tone of voice.
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“Contemptuous” is the more popular variant on the web.
Contemptible
3,290,000 results on the web
Examples
- It was contemptible of him to cheat on the test.
- The way she talked about others was contemptible.
- The company's treatment of their employees was contemptible.
More popular
Contemptuous
4,600,000 results on the web
Examples
- The professor's contemptuous gaze made the student feel small.
- She responded to his request with a contemptuous tone.
- His contemptuous attitude towards authority often got him into trouble.
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