Despicable

Pronunciation: /dɪˈspɪkəbəl/

Despicable (adj)

  1. Something that is very bad and deserves strong dislike or contempt.
  2. Actions or attitudes that are considered morally wrong or shameful.

Common collocations: despicable act, despicable behavior, despicable actions, despicable character

Despicable (adjective)

Examples

  • The act was despicable and shocked everyone present.
  • His despicable choices led to many people's suffering.

Synonyms of Despicable

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Despicable

  • Describes something worthy of admiration.
  • Describes actions deserving praise.