despising
Definition
Noun: A feeling of intense contempt or scornful hatred; the act of regarding someone or something as utterly worthless or beneath consideration.
Usage
"Despising" functions as a gerund or a verbal noun, describing the emotion or action of feeling or expressing deep scorn and hatred. It is a formal and strong term.
Examples
- Her voice was filled with despising for the corrupt officials.
- He could not hide his despising of their cowardice.
- The look of pure despising on her face made him step back.
Advanced Usage
- "beyond despising": So contemptible that it exceeds normal scorn.
- His betrayal was beyond despising; it was a profound violation of trust.
Variants and Related Words
- Despise (verb): To look down on with intense contempt or scorn.
- She despises dishonesty above all else.
- Despicable (adjective): Deserving to be despised; contemptible.
- It was a despicable act of cruelty.
Synonyms
- Contempt: The feeling that a person or thing is worthless or beneath consideration.
- Scorn: A feeling of profound, often angry, disrespect.
- Disdain: A feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect.
Antonyms
- Admiration: Respect and warm approval.
- Esteem: Respect and admiration.
- Reverence: Deep respect for someone or something.
Noun
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a feeling of scornful hatred
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