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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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despise - To feel a strong dislike for someone or something

The students couldn't learn from the teacher, because they felt the teacher despised them

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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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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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scorn - The feeling or belief that someone or something is worthless or despicable; contempt

Sheriff Otto gave his deputy a look of scorn when he asked a silly question.

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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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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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disgust - A strong feeling of dislike or revulsion.

The news of the cruelty filled him with disgust.

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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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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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aversion - Feeling a strong dislike of something or someone, resulting in an unwillingness to do something.

Because he has an aversion to exercize of all kinds, he started gaining more weight than he wanted.