Contemptible sorts is a phrase used to describe people who are considered to be of low moral character. The crossword solutions for this term are SWINE (5 letters), toads (5 letters), curs (4 letters), and cruds (5 letters). SWINE is a derogatory term for someone who is considered to be greedy, selfish, and immoral. Toads are often used to describe someone who is unpleasant or repulsive. Curs are people who are considered to be cowardly or contemptible. Finally, cruds are people who are considered to be rude, crude, and uncouth.