The difference between Contemn and Esteem
When used as verbs, contemn means to disdain, whereas esteem means to set a high value on.
Esteem is also noun with the meaning: favourable regard.
check bellow for the other definitions of Contemn and Esteem
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Contemn as a verb (transitive, archaic):
To disdain; to value at little or nothing; to treat or regard with contempt.
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Contemn as a verb (legal):
To commit an offence of contempt, such as contempt of court; to unlawfully flout (e.g. a ruling).
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Esteem as a noun:
Favourable regard.
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Esteem as a verb:
To set a high value on; to regard with respect or reverence.
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Esteem as a verb:
To regard something as valuable; to prize.
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Esteem as a verb:
To look upon something in a particular way.
Examples:
"Mary is an esteemed member of the community."
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Esteem as a verb (obsolete):
To judge; to estimate; to appraise
Examples:
"The Earth, which I esteem unable to reflect the rays of the Sun."