despise

verb

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: de-spise (2)

English Definition

To feel contempt or a deep repugnance for someone or something

Example Sentence

I despise liars and dishonest people.

US IPA /dɪˈspaɪz/

UK IPA /dɪˈspaɪz/

hate detest loathe scorn

love admire respect