(linguistics) A word form expressing the negative attitude of the speaker.

plural of contemptive

A feeling of contempt toward oneself.

plural of contempt of court

(law, uncountable) Open disrespect for or willful disobedience of the authority of a court of law or legislative body, typically punishable by such sanctions as a fine or incarceration.

The act of obstructing the work of the United States Congress or one of its committees.

The offence of obstructing a parliament in the carrying out of its functions, or of hindering any Member of Parliament in the performance of his or her duties.

(US, colloquial) disrespect shown to a police officer

(law) To judge someone to have been in contempt of court. / (figuratively) To consider someone unworthy of respect.

The more an individual becomes acquainted with another person, and the more the individual knows about his or her shortcomings, the easier it becomess to dislike that person.