Definitions
- Describing a person or action that is deserving of contempt or scorn. - Referring to something that is low, mean, or unworthy of respect. - Talking about behavior or actions that are considered shameful or dishonorable.
- Describing an action or behavior that is deserving of blame or censure. - Referring to something that is morally wrong or unacceptable. - Talking about conduct or actions that are considered offensive or objectionable.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe negative qualities or behaviors.
- 2Both words imply a moral judgment.
- 3Both words suggest a lack of respect or approval.
- 4Both words can be used to criticize people or actions.
- 5Both words convey a sense of disapproval or condemnation.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Contemptible is more commonly used in everyday language than reprehensible.
- 2Intensity: Reprehensible is generally considered stronger and more severe than contemptible.
- 3Focus: Contemptible emphasizes the lack of worth or value of something or someone, while reprehensible focuses on the moral wrongness or unacceptability of an action or behavior.
- 4Connotation: Contemptible has a more informal and colloquial tone, while reprehensible is more formal and academic.
Remember this!
Contemptible and reprehensible are synonyms that both describe negative qualities or behaviors. However, contemptible emphasizes the lack of worth or value of something or someone, while reprehensible focuses on the moral wrongness or unacceptability of an action or behavior. Additionally, reprehensible is generally considered stronger and more severe than contemptible, and is more formal in tone.
