contemptibly

Definitions

In a manner that deserves to be treated with scorn or disdain.

In a way that is wretched, mean, or morally reprehensible.

Examples

He behaved contemptibly by betraying his closest friend for a small financial gain.

The politician spoke contemptibly about the struggles of the working class, showing a complete lack of empathy.

Synonyms

despicably shamefully basely meanly vilely ignobly wretchedly

Antonyms

admirably nobly honorably respectably worthily commendably virtuously