Affection and Execration
Opposite meaning words
Affection
Affection noun - A feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone.
Execration is an antonym for affection.
Execration
Execration noun - A very strong dislike.
Usage example: a cowardly betrayal that earned him the execration of all who had remained loyal to the cause
Affection is an antonym for execration.
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