contemn

verb

How many syllables in contemn?

There are 2 syllables in the word contemn.

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Divide contemn into syllables:

con · temn

How to pronounce contemn:

Definition of contemn:

contemn (verb):: to regard with contempt; verb. look down on with disdain.; to view or treat with contempt scorn

Synonyms for contemn:

abhor

abominate

despise

detest

dis

disdain

disregard

disrespect

diss

hate

high-hat

hold cheap

loathe

look down (on or upon)

look down on

neglect

scorn

scout

slight

sneeze at

sniff (at)

snub

spurn

treat with contempt

walk over

Antonyms for contemn:

absolve

admire

adore

allow

appreciate

approve

ascend

be fond of

be keen on

be nice

believe

benefit

big up

cherish

choose

commend

compliment

cotton to

defend

delight in

dig

embrace

enjoy

esteem

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