Contemptible and Virtuous
Opposite meaning words
Contemptible
Contemptible adjective - Arousing or deserving of one's loathing and disgust.
Usage example: the contemptible thieves who stole the Christmas gifts intended for needy children
Virtuous is an antonym for contemptible.
Virtuous
Virtuous adjective - Conforming to a high standard of morality or virtue.
Contemptible is an antonym for virtuous.
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