Associations to the word «Contumely»
Noun
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Wiktionary
CONTUMELY, noun. Offensive and abusive language or behaviour; scorn, insult.
Dictionary definition
CONTUMELY, noun. A rude expression intended to offend or hurt; "when a student made a stupid mistake he spared them no abuse"; "they yelled insults at the visiting team".
Wise words
Since a politician never believes what he says, he is quite
surprised to be taken at his word.