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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sultry | very hot and humid : sweltering |
| equity | justice according to natural law or right |
| vivid | very strong : very high in chroma |
| disabuse | to free from error, misconception, or fallacy (see fallacy |
| importunate | troublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand |
| finite | having definite or definable limits |
| revelry | noisy partying or merrymaking |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| opprobrium | something that brings disgrace |
| shudder | to tremble convulsively : shiver |