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Meaning of the word despise in English

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despise

US /dɪˈspaɪz/

UK /dɪˈspaɪz/

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Verb

feel contempt or a deep repugnance for

Example:

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She despises him for his dishonesty.

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I absolutely despise cruelty to animals.

Synonym:

abhor detest loathe scorn disdain

Antonym:

adore love admire respect cherish

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despised the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction