Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

contemnor

Noun

/kənˈtɛm.nɔːr/

Definition

A person who disobeys a court order or shows contempt of court.

Examples

He was declared a contemnor after repeatedly ignoring the court’s directive.
The judge warned the contemnor that further disobedience would result in harsher penalties.

Meaning

The term ‘contemnor’ refers to someone who fails to comply with the orders of a court, thereby disobeying the rulings of a judge. Such actions can lead to sanctions or penalties such as fines or imprisonment.