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disrespect vs contumely

contumely vs disrespect

disrespect and contumely both are nouns.

disrespect is a verb but contumely is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
disrespect Yes No Yes No
contumely Yes No No No
As nouns, contumely is a hyponym of disrespect; that is, contumely is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than disrespect:
  • disrespect: an expression of lack of respect
  • contumely: a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
disrespect (noun) contumely (noun)
a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
a disrespectful mental attitude
an expression of lack of respect
disrespect (verb) contumely (verb)
have little or no respect for; hold in contempt
show a lack of respect for
Difference between disrespect and contumely

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