Esteem and Repulsion

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Esteem noun - A feeling of great approval and liking.

Usage example: an athlete who is held in great esteem by her peers

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Repulsion is an antonym for esteem.

Nearby Words: esteemed, esteeming

Repulsion noun - A dislike so strong as to cause stomach upset or queasiness.

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Esteem is an antonym for repulsion in topics: like, loving, hatred.

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