misprise

[ mis-prahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, mis·prised, mis·pris·ing.

1. misprize.

Other Words From

• mis·priser noun

Example Sentences

If an offender can't pay the fine, he shall be imprisoned a year more, without bail or misprise.

From Project Gutenberg

The penalty for disobeying is imprisonment, without bail or misprise, and a fine of ten pounds.

From Project Gutenberg