contemptible

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The former Prince Andrew is a contemptible figure.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

The lawsuit argues that Netflix used her real name and biographical details in its Inventing Anna series, but she was unfairly depicted as a "vile and contemptible person".

From BBC • Sep. 16, 2024

The contemptible cruelty of this thinking, let alone the obscene presumption that Pozner is obligated to prove to her that his child is dead, isn’t even shocking.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2024

Another contemptible little practice is “wardrobing,” wearing an item of clothing once before returning it, like a manipulative DIY twist on Rent the Runway.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 16, 2024

The fear and despair they had felt a moment earlier were drowned in their rage against this vile, contemptible act.

From "Animal Farm: A Fairy Story" by George Orwell