Condescending and Contemptible

Condescending

Condescending adjective - (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension.
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Contemptible and condescending are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Contemptible" instead an adjective "Condescending".

Contemptible

Contemptible adjective - Arousing or deserving of one's loathing and disgust.

Condescending and contemptible are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Condescending" instead an adjective "Contemptible".

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