despises

[US]/dɪˈspaɪzɪz/
[UK]/dɪˈspaɪzɪz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to regard with contempt or scorn; to look down on; to consider worthless

Phrases & Collocations

she despises him

he despises failure

they despise lies

i despise ignorance

she despises weakness

he despises cruelty

they despise injustice

i despise hypocrisy

she despises rudeness

he despises arrogance

Example Sentences

she despises dishonesty in any form.

he despises the way some people treat animals.

they despise the idea of giving up.

she despises those who take advantage of others.

he despises the constant negativity in the news.

many despise the lack of respect in modern society.

she despises people who are rude and arrogant.

he despises the way some companies exploit their workers.

they despise the culture of instant gratification.

she despises the hypocrisy of political leaders.

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