GRE Word List
DESPISE
to look down on with disrespect or aversion
The meaning of the word despise is to look down on with disrespect or aversion.
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|---|---|
| gist | essence; main point; substance |
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| abrasive | causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade |
| deify | to make a god of |
| prank | trick |
| enervate | lacking physical, mental, or moral vigor : enervated |
| discretion | individual choice or judgment |
| waif | a stray person or animal |
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