Contemn and Repel

Contemn

Contemn verb - To show contempt for.

Repel and contemn are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Repel" instead a verb "Contemn".

Repel

Repel verb - To drive back.

Contemn and repel are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Contemn" instead a verb "Repel".

Nearby Words: repelled, repelling
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