1. in a manner that shows contempt; with scorn or disdain

Examples

• She looked at him contemptuously, as if he were beneath her notice.
• He spoke contemptuously of their efforts, calling them worthless.
• The critic contemptuously dismissed the film as amateur work.
• She waved her hand contemptuously at the suggestion.
• He smiled contemptuously at the younger players' attempts.
• The wealthy man regarded the poor neighborhood contemptuously.