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contemn

The correct spelling is contemn.

How to pronounce contemn

/kənˈtɛm/
verb

IPA: /kənˈtɛm/

Say it like: Con-tem-n

The correct spelling is contemn. To disdain; to value at little or nothing; to treat or regard with contempt.

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Definition

verb

  1. 1.To disdain; to value at little or nothing; to treat or regard with contempt.
  2. 2.To commit an offence of contempt, such as contempt of court; to unlawfully flout (e.g. a ruling).

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