Despised

Pronunciation: /dɪˈspaɪzd/

Despised (adjective)

  1. Hated or strongly disliked by someone.

Examples

  • Many people despised the unfair treatment, which sparked a protest.
  • He felt despised by his classmates for being different.

Common collocations: despised by others, despised for their actions, deeply despised

Synonyms of Despised

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Despised

  • — To admire someone is to regard them with respect.
  • — To value someone means to appreciate their worth.