Detestation and Passion

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Detestation noun - A very strong dislike.

Usage example: a congenital detestation of injustice, which drove her to become an activist for civil rights

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Passion is an antonym for detestation.

Nearby Words: detestable, detested, detesting

Passion noun - A feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone.

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Detestation is an antonym for passion.

pure	pure detestation	pure passion
lifelong	lifelong detestation	lifelong passion

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