CONTEMNED

Definition

CONTEMNED Condemned (adjective): feeling or expressing contempt or disdain; Contemn (verb): to treat with contempt or scorn; Contemning (verb, present participle): showing contempt or disdain; Contemner (noun): one who treats others with contempt; Contemnest (adjective, superlative): feeling the most contempt or disdain; Contemnly (adverb): in a contemptuous or scornful manner. Original definition: Contemned refers to feeling

Word Analysis

• Part of Speech: Verb (past tense or past participle)
• Word Length: 9 letters
• Pronunciation: The word is pronounced as written, following standard English pronunciation patterns.

Usage and Context

The word CONTEMNED can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon, even if it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation.

Learning Tip

Understanding words like CONTEMNED helps expand your vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity of the English language. Many words in the Scrabble dictionary come from specialized fields, historical periods, or other languages, showing how English continues to evolve and incorporate new terms.

Usage

The word CONTEMNED can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.