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Unsympathetic vs Contemptuous - What's the difference?

unsympathetic | contemptuous | Related terms |

Unsympathetic is a related term of contemptuous.


As adjectives the difference between unsympathetic and contemptuous

is that unsympathetic is not sympathetic while contemptuous is showing contempt; expressing disdain; showing a lack of respect.

unsympathetic

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • not sympathetic
  • contemptuous

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Showing contempt; expressing disdain; showing a lack of respect.
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    Derived terms

    * contemptuously