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Despise
verb
/dɪˈspaɪz/
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Word Frequency:
2.0
Definitions
1.
verb
To regard with contempt or scorn.
2.
verb
To disregard or ignore.
Synonyms
contemn
disdain
scorn
hate
detest
loathe
flout
disregard
defy
overlook
haten
abhor
Antonyms
admire
cherish
honor
respect
treasure
Rhymes With
scrutinize
surmise
aggrandize
emphasize
recognize
actualize
analyze
reprise
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