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méprisable

contemptible

adjective meh-pree-ZABL Rare
Mind & Emotions Values

Also means

despicable

Usage Note

Méprisable is an invariable-gender adjective derived from mépriser (to despise). It describes a person or act worthy of contempt. The related noun le mépris means contempt or disdain, and the phrase avec mépris (with contempt) is common. Stronger than honteux (shameful), it implies active moral disapproval.

Examples

"Son attitude envers les faibles est méprisable."

Natural Translation

His attitude towards the weak is contemptible.

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