Contemptuous and Tolerant

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Contemptuous adjective - Feeling or showing open dislike for someone or something regarded as undeserving of respect or concern.

Usage example: loutish tourists who are contemptuous of the ways and traditions of their host countries

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Tolerant is an antonym for contemptuous.

Tolerant adjective - Accepting pains or hardships calmly or without complaint.

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Contemptuous is an antonym for tolerant.

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