contempt /kənˈtɛmpt/ noun4 •The state or act of contemning; the feeling or attitude of regarding someone or something as inferior, base, or worthless; scorn, disdain. •Open disrespect or willful disobedience of the authority of a court of law or legislative body.The panel voted unanimously on Tuesday to recommend charging Mr. [Stephen K.] Bannon with criminal contempt of Congress for defying its subpoena, sending the issue to the House. — 2021 •The state of being despised or dishonored; disgrace. •Ellipsis of contempt factor. formscontempts
