Meaning Of The Word Contumely
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Contumely Meaning
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What's The Definition Of Contumely?
contumely in American English
haughty and contemptuous rudeness; insulting and humiliating treatment or language noun: insulting display of contempt in words or actions; contemptuous or humiliating treatment contumely in British English noun: scornful or insulting language or behaviour |
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