Execrate and Worship

Execrate

Execrate verb - To dislike strongly.
Usage example: execrates without apology anyone who would physically abuse children or animals

Worship is an antonym for execrate.

Worship

Worship verb - To feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for.
Usage example: the single father worships his young daughter, and would do anything for her

Execrate is an antonym for worship.

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