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Lukas
what's the difference between contempt and despise?Is there any other words has such meanings?
Nov 27, 2010 4:09 AM
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paulinbangkok
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Despise is stronger. It's stronger than 'hate' which is probably it's closest synonym Contempt suggests a less emotional feeling than 'despise' and 'hate'. Also, despise is a verb and contempt is a noun so you use them differently. We can say 'have contempt for' I despise murderers I have contempt for rich people who cheat on their tax
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November 27, 2010
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Dark Panther
despise sounds a bit more serious :P
November 27, 2010
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Miang Ket Ki
I think they're synonyms. Maybe one of them has a 'stronger feel' to it. Yeah there should be plenty, check out a thesaurus.
November 27, 2010
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