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menosprezio
[mɛ.nɔs.pɾɛ.ˈzi.u]
noun
masculine
pl: menospreзios
contempt, disdain, scorn
1.
A feeling of disrespect or lack of regard for someone or something; contempt
He showed menosprezio for their opinions.
Ele demonstrou menosprezio pelas opiniões deles.
2.
An act or expression of disrespect or scorn
The menosprezio in his tone was unmistakable.
O menosprezio em seu tom era inegável.
Synonyms
desprezo
desdém
desrespeito
afronta
vilipêndio
Antonyms
respeito
consideração
estima
admiração
reverência
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
menosprezio
standard usage, though 'desprezo' is more common
Portugal
menosprezio
less frequent; 'desprezo' or 'desdém' preferred
Related Idioms & Phrases
tratar com menosprezio
demonstrar menosprezio
com menosprezio
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