How to Pronounce Despises

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

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DESP-is-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “despises”

"despises" has 3 syllables: desp-is-es. It rhymes with comprises and criticizes, if that helps it stick.

What does despises mean?

verb

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

Synonyms

contemndisdainscorn

Antonyms

admirecherishhonorrespecttreasure

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Words that rhyme with despises

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comprisescriticizesepitomizesemphasizesenterprisesprizessurprisesrealizestheorizescharacterizessurmisesutilizes

Related words

disdainscorncontemndisregardsfloutshatehatesloathes

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "despises"?▾

"Despises" has 3 syllables: desp · is · es.

What does "despises" mean?▾

Despises: To regard with contempt or scorn.

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