repudiate -
To refuse to accept that something is valid.
As early as the 1960's, he repudiated the claims that cigarettes were good to smoke and relaxing.
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sneer -
A contemptuous or mocking smile, remark, or tone
Elvis had many facial expressions while singing, including his famous sneer where his lips would curl up.
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sneer -
To show a crooked smile that expresses dislike, scorn or contempt.
Dean sneered at the silly question Mike had asked him.
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despise -
To feel intense dislike or contempt for someone or something.
She despises dishonesty and refuses to associate with anyone who lies.
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discord -
Lack of harmony in opinions, actions, or relationships.
Political discord can have a divisive effect on relationships.
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cynical -
Mocking or scornful in a way that shows disbelief or contempt.
After being betrayed, she became cynical about love and relationships.
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disdain -
The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt
Having been wealthy his entire life, Ralph looked down with disdain on those less fortunate.
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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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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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expel -
To force someone to leave a place, especially a certain institution or country, removing them from a group or organization.
The student was expelled for repeated rule violations.
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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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tease -
To laugh at somebody and make jokes about them, either in a friendly way or in order to annoy them
The bullies would tease the little kids in the schoolyard, and the school didn't do anything to stop it.
