Vocabulary Entry

despise

|verb • noun

verb

To feel or show a strong dislike or contempt for someone or something.

Example Sentences

"She despises dishonesty and expects everyone to be truthful."

"He despises the cold weather and prefers to stay indoors."

"They despise the unfair treatment of animals."

noun

Example Sentences

"His despise for injustice led him to become an activist."

"The despise she felt towards the corrupt politicians was evident."

"With every act of betrayal, his despise grew deeper."