hold someone/something in contempt
US /hoʊld ˈsʌm.wʌn/ˈsʌm.θɪŋ ɪn kənˈtempt/
UK /hoʊld ˈsʌm.wʌn/ˈsʌm.θɪŋ ɪn kənˈtempt/
1.
藐视, 鄙视
to show a lack of respect for someone or something
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The judge will hold him in contempt if he continues to disrupt the court.
如果他继续扰乱法庭，法官将藐视他。
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Many people hold the politician in contempt for his dishonest actions.
许多人因其不诚实的行为而鄙视这位政客。