contempt in Danish

contempt in Danish is foragt, vanære, foragt for retten — contempt means a feeling that someone or something is beneath consideration, worthless or deserving of scorn.

contempt in Danish

foragt

noun

(uncountable) The state or act of contemning; the feeling or attitude of regarding someone or something as inferior, base, or worthless; scorn, disdain.

vanære

noun

(uncountable) The state or act of contemning; the feeling or attitude of regarding someone or something as inferior, base, or worthless; scorn, disdain.

foragt

noun

(legal) Open disrespect or willful disobedience of the authority of a court of law or legislative body.

foragt for retten

noun

(legal) Open disrespect or willful disobedience of the authority of a court of law or legislative body.

What does "contempt" mean?

noun A feeling that someone or something is beneath consideration, worthless or deserving of scorn.
"She looked at the offer with open contempt."
noun The offence of disobeying or disrespecting a court of law, or obstructing its work.
"He was held in contempt for refusing to answer."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

contempt in a sentence

She looked at the offer with open contempt.
He was held in contempt for refusing to answer.

Similar words in Danish

disdain

Common Danish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "contempt" in Danish?

"contempt" in Danish is foragt, vanære, foragt for retten. contempt means: A feeling that someone or something is beneath consideration, worthless or deserving of scorn.

How do you use "contempt" in a sentence?

Example: "She looked at the offer with open contempt." In Danish, "contempt" is foragt, vanære, foragt for retten.

Are there other ways to say "contempt" in Danish?

Yes — Danish has 3 translations listed for "contempt": foragt, vanære, foragt for retten.

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