Contempt and Idolatry

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

Usage example: my undying contempt for people who abuse animals

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Idolatry is an antonym for contempt.

Idolatry noun - Excessive admiration of or devotion to a person.

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Contempt is an antonym for idolatry.

Nearby Words: idolatrous, idolater, idolatress

outright contempt

outright idolatry

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