despise

/dɪˈspaɪz/

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Difficulty LevelAdvanced

Academic vocabulary

Word FrequencyCommon

Regularly used in writing and speech

Syllables2

Moderate complexity

Analysis:

• Academic vocabulary
• Latin or Greek origin pattern

verb

1. To regard with contempt or scorn.

2. To disregard or ignore.

Synonyms

≠ Antonyms

admire cherish honor respect treasure

Source: en.wiktionary.org

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