contemptible

Example Sentences

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The former Prince Andrew is a contemptible figure.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

Councillors in the area have described the attack as "contemptible" and "a senseless act of intimidation".

From BBC • Oct. 21, 2025

Kirk’s death was ghastly and contemptible, but in a media environment and country conditioned to move on, its shock is already beginning to wear off.

From Salon • Sep. 24, 2025

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

If, therefore, by accident I propose something which is not contemptible, you have every right to claim it for yourself.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton