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Contempt is egotism in ill- humor.

“Contempt is egotism in ill- humor.” quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
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“Contempt is egotism in ill- humor.”

Samuel Taylor Coleridge

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Contempt stems from an inflated sense of self combined with poor humor.

In simple terms: Contempt is egotism with bad humor.

Key Takeaway

Check ego and humor before judging others.

Themes

psychology humor ego

Mood

reflective critical

Type

psychological social

When to use this quote

  • social interactions
  • leadership
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

contempt egotism ill humor

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers contempt in you?
  • Can humor be used constructively?
A Different Perspective

Humor can be subjective; egotism isn’t always present.

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