I. noun
Synonyms: despite 1, contempt, despisal, despisement, disdain, disparagement
Related Word: flouting, gibing, jeering, scoffing; derision, mockery, ridicule, taunt, taunting
Contrasted words: consideration, respectfulness
Antonyms: respect
II. verb
Synonyms: despise , abhor, contemn, disdain, look down, scout
Related Word: flout, gibe, jeer, scoff; mock, ridicule, taunt
Idioms: hold in utter contempt
Contrasted words: accept, acknowledge, welcome
Antonyms: respect