Contempt is the very serious feeling of having disdain for another person, feeling as if that person is "beneath" you. It is related to feelings of hatred but feeling contempt involves seeing the other person almost as if they are more of an object than a three-dimensional person with feelings, thoughts and needs.
It's upsetting when you feel that anyone has contempt for you, but if it is someone in your own family, it is even more difficult.
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