Definition of Contumelious

insulting; Showing a lack of respect or rudeness

Examples of Contumelious in a sentence

Offended by her niece’s contumelious behavior, Linda decided not to invite her back over until she learned some manners.  🔊

The schoolyard bullies made contumelious remarks about their classmate that were both insulting and rude.  🔊

Contumelious comments towards the obese bus rider made her hide her face in shame.  🔊

The comedian insisted that his contumelious jokes weren’t meant to offend anyone.  🔊

At the LGBT rally, rude protesters shouted contumelious comments at those marching for equality.  🔊

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