Respect and Vilify

Opposite meaning words

Respect verb - To think very highly or favorably of.

Usage example: an upstanding senator who is respected by political allies and foes alike

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Vilify is an antonym for respect.

Vilify verb - To make untrue and harmful statements about.

Usage example: claimed that she had been vilified by the press because of her conservative views

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Respect is an antonym for vilify.

Nearby Words: vile, vilification, vilified, vilifying

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