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Definition
to dislike strongly and to look down upon with disrespect
- When the man in the gray tunic returned, she was almost glad to see him, a reaction for which she despised herself, considering it a weakness.42 — The Torment of Uncertainty (76% in)
- You wish to kill me because you believe my death would be an improvement for Alagaesia, and because you—who are still almost a child—believe you can do a better job of ruling the Empire than I. Your arrogance would cause others to despise you.45 — The Sound of His Voice, the Touch of His Hand (29% in)
- How you must despise those around you for their weaknesses, even as you are forced to share in their misery.66 — The Name of All Names (41% in)
There are no more uses of "despise" in Inheritance.
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