CONTUMELIOUS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Adjective

arrogantly insolent

Synonyms

Contumelious

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "contumelious" comes from Latin contumēliōsus, which comes from Old French contumelieus.

🧩 Fun Fact

Church Latin preserved classical vocabulary and spread it through religious texts worldwide.

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