despitefulness

noun

Definition of despitefulnessnext
as in disdain
open dislike for someone or something considered unworthy of one's concern or respect the undisguised despitefulness with which the fashion designer announces his "10 worst" list

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  1. disdain
  2. contempt
  3. hatred
Noun
  • The president’s disdain for James stems from her high-profile civil fraud investigations into his business dealings.
    — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Hazle Township residents’ disdain for the $10,000 incentive is just the tip of the iceberg, Cook said.
    — Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of disdain
Noun
  • In Wednesday’s court filing, attorneys for the detainees asked a federal judge to hold the government in civil contempt for violating the order and to impose daily fines of $500 for each violation until they are addressed.
    — Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Congress could claw back some of its authority if committee chairs were prepared to subpoena those who refuse to testify, direct witnesses to answer pertinent questions, and pursue contempt proceedings against uncooperative witnesses.
    — David Wippman, Washington Post, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of contempt
Noun
  • With their feelings for each other blossoming, the two go out for dinner, which is full of Rushville patrons with lingering hatred for Hal.
    — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Yasmin Soares, a Lula supporter, told Kahn that Bolsonaro's strong performance is scary and that the right brings hatred.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of hatred
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“Despitefulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/despitefulness. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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