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open dislike for someone or something considered unworthy of one's concern or respect
  • my undying contempt for people who abuse animals

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The first known use of contempt was in the 14th century

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“Contempt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contempt. Accessed 24 Sep. 2020.

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