Despisement and Esteem

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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”

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Esteem is an antonym for despisement in topics: disdain, hate.

Esteem noun - A feeling of great approval and liking.

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Despisement is an antonym for esteem.

Nearby Words: esteemed, esteeming

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