1. in a manner that shows contempt, scorn, or disdain
He looked at her contemptuously and walked away without a word.
Ele olhou para ela desdenhosamente e saiu sem dizer uma palavra.
2. with a feeling or attitude of viewing someone or something as worthless or deserving no respect
She spoke contemptuously about his ideas.
Ela falou desdenhosamente sobre as ideias dele.