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Contempt what is the definition

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contempt: definition

To be held in high disregard.

"We are holding him in contempt of court."

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It's basically an intense dislike toward someone or something.

Step-by-step explanation:

If you feel contempt for someone, you feel like they're below you. You hate them and you feel like they deserve to be scorned or mocked.

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