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despise

9 synonyms and 9 antonyms for despise, ranked by how commonly they're used.

Verb — To feel strong contempt or scorn for someone or something.

Synonyms for despise

contemn despect disrespect disdain disesteem look down on misrespect scorn spurn

admire appreciate cherish esteem respect revere value treasure to worship

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