How to Pronounce Despised

To pronounce "despised", say DESP-is-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

DESP-is-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “despised”

"despised" has 3 syllables: desp-is-ed. It rhymes with surmised and utilized, if that helps it stick.

What does despised mean?

verb

  1. To regard with contempt or scorn.
  2. To disregard or ignore.

adjective

  1. Hated; viewed with scorn.

    “The dictator's cruelty made him the most despised person in the region.”

Synonyms

contemndisdainscorn

Antonyms

admirecherishhonorrespecttreasurecherishedtreasuredundespised

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Words that rhyme with despised

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surmisedutilizeddevisedrecognizedostracizedsurprisedscrutinizedmesmerizedchastiseddisguiseddisenfranchisedrealized

Related words

scornedhatedunloveddetestedfloutedabhorredreviledloathed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "despised"?▾

"Despised" has 3 syllables: desp · is · ed.

What does "despised" mean?▾

Despised: To regard with contempt or scorn.

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