despises
- present tense form of despise (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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Q. My Dad Despises Me: As a young teenager, I read my dad’s email and found out he cheated on my mom with a family friend.
From Slate • Sep. 30, 2014
Primarily, two; affecting the two inferior classes: 1st, When either of those two classes Despises the other: 2nd, When either of the two classes Envies the other; producing, therefore, four forms of dangerous error.
From The Stones of Venice, Volume II (of 3), by Ruskin, John
Despises the meaner forms of life altogether, though he dreads being haunted by their souls.
From Dracula by Stoker, Bram
Aha," said the young farmer, "I recognise you: you are the Princess Who Despises All Men!
From The Diamond Fairy Book by Various
"Despises the vulgar herd, I dare say," thought Madam Conway, contemplating the pleasure she should undoubtedly derive from an acquaintance with Mrs. Douglas, senior!
From Maggie Miller by Holmes, Mary Jane
