Definition of despite

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  • despite is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 10
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Definition of despite

  • lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike (noun)

    Examples

    1. the despite in which outsiders were held is legendary

    Synonyms

    1. contempt
    2. disdain
    3. scorn
  • contemptuous disregard (noun)

    Examples

    1. she wanted neither favor nor despite

See definition of despite in Merriam Webster