Contumely

//ˈkɒnt͡ʃuːməli//

Word Type

Noun

The word "contumely" can be used as a noun.

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Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

discourtesy disrespect

Related Terms

contumacious contumaciously contumaciousness contumacy contumelious

Related Terms

abusive contumacious contumaciously contumaciousness contumacy contumelious insult offensive scorn

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