Animus and Contempt

Animus

Animus noun - A deep-seated ill will.

Contempt and animus are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Contempt" instead a noun "Animus".

Nearby Word: animosity

Contempt

Contempt noun - Open dislike for someone or something considered unworthy of one's concern or respect.

Animus and contempt are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Animus" instead a noun "Contempt".

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