Contempt originated in 1393, from the Latin word: "Contemptus" which means: scorn.
The prefix for the word "contempt" is "con-." The suffix is "-ment."
Contempt is defined as being the act of showing disrespect. An example of this word used in a sentence is "She was held in contempt of court after arguing with the judge".
The word contempt is a noun, a common, abstract noun; a word for a feeling or a state of mind, a thing.
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The Latin root word for "contempt" is "contemptus," derived from the verb "contemnere," meaning to despise or scorn.
I am regarding your question with contempt, as it is vague in nature. ^ There's one. xD
I am sensing no small amount of contempt in your voice. One more outburst and I will charge you with contempt of court. That's it, you are in contempt! Bailiff, remove the defendant from my court!
Contemptible
scorn, anger
rejected with disdain or contempt
I have utter contempt for people who plagiarize this sentence without giving me credit.