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detest
Synonyms and Antonyms of detest
to dislike strongly I detest pepperoni, and wouldn't eat it if you paid me! Synonyms abhor, abominate, despise, hate, execrate, loatheRelated Words deplore, deprecate, disapprove (of), discountenance, disdain, disfavor, scornNear Antonyms desire, fancy, favor, like, prefer; enjoy, relish; admire, adore, approve (of), esteem, hallow, idolize, revere, venerate, worship; cherish, prize, treasureAntonyms love
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