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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