[noun] lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike; "he was held in contempt"; "the despite in which outsiders were held is legendary" Synonyms: contempt, scorn, despite
[noun] a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient Synonyms: condescension, patronage
[verb] look down on with disdain; "He despises the people he has to work for"; "The professor scorns the students who don't catch on immediately" Synonyms: contemn, despise, scorn
