Abhorrence and Despisement

Abhorrence

Abhorrence noun - Something or someone that is hated.

Despisement and abhorrence are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Despisement" instead a noun "Abhorrence".

Nearby Words: abhorrent, abhorrently, abhorring

Despisement

Despisement noun - Open dislike for someone or something considered unworthy of one's concern or respect.
Usage example: an expression of total despisement for the “unwashed masses”

Abhorrence and despisement are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Abhorrence" instead a noun "Despisement".
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