What is the meaning of despite?

noun

  • Lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike.
    • usage: "he was held in contempt"; "the despite in which outsiders were held is legendary"
  • Contemptuous disregard.
    • usage: "she wanted neither favor nor despite"
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