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contemptible

/kəntɛmptəbəl/

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1 · adjective

deserving strong dislike or contempt

卑劣的；可鄙的

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Taking money meant for the shelter was a contemptible act.
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拿走原本要给收容所的钱，是一种可鄙的行为。
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Pronunciation: /kəntɛmptəbəl/

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