contempt in Polish

contempt in Polish is pogarda, lekceważenie, obraza — contempt means a feeling that someone or something is beneath consideration, worthless or deserving of scorn.

contempt in Polish

pogarda

noun

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

lekceważenie

noun

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

lekceważenie

noun

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

obraza

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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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 Polish

derision disdain scorn

Common Polish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "contempt" in Polish?

"contempt" in Polish is pogarda, lekceważenie, obraza. 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 Polish, "contempt" is pogarda, lekceważenie, obraza.

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

Yes — Polish has 3 translations listed for "contempt": pogarda, lekceważenie, obraza.

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