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Contemptible vs. Contemptuous
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contemptible
Definition
deserving of contempt or scorn
Examples
Lack of loyalty is contemptible.
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contemptuous
Definition
expressing extreme contempt
Examples
he couldn't suppress his contemptuous tone of voice
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