contemptuous
contemptuous is a polysyllabic word with 4 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, contemptuous is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofcontemptuous
- Showing contempt; expressing disdain; showing a lack of respect.
Example: "I don't know that guy, but he just gave me a contemptuous look."
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