flareup -
A sudden outburst or intensification of something, especially violence or emotion.
There was a flareup of violence during the protest.
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abhor -
To hate something
Gail and Samantha were sisters who loved to do things together, except that Gail loved the opera, and Samantha abhorred going to the opera.
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disruptive -
Causing problems or preventing something from continuing smoothly.
During class recess, Joey was always disruptive, and the teacher didn't know quite how to handle it.
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scram -
To leave or go away from a place quickly
Once a fight broke out inside the bar, Sam knew he had to scram.
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contempt -
A strong feeling of dislike or disrespect toward someone or something considered unworthy.
The teacher spoke with contempt when addressing the student who cheated.
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scorn -
Feel or express contempt or derision for
With just a blank expression, Simon was able to scorn the mediocre singer who auditioned for him.
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animosity -
A strong feeling of dislike or hatred
The right and left political parties couldn't communicate or cooperate on any issue because of a strong animosity that had built up towards each other.
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deplore -
To feel or express strong disapproval of (something)
The protestors deplored the corrupt actions of their government.
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loathe -
To feel intense dislike or disgust for someone or something
Jerry and Newman loathed each other so much that their frequent arguments could be heard down the hall.
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acrimony -
Showing feelings of anger and bitterness.
The former husband and wife were grateful that after their divorce they still were friends, and that there was no acrimony between them.
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disgust -
A strong feeling of dislike or revulsion.
The news of the cruelty filled him with disgust.
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sneer -
To speak in a contemptuous or mocking manner
Dean sneered at the silly question Mike had asked him.
