disesteem

/ˌˈdɪsəˌstim/
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Other forms: disesteemed; disesteeming; disesteems

Definitions of disesteem
  1. noun
    the state in which esteem has been lost
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    antonyms:
    esteem, regard, respect
    the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
    type of:
    dishonor, dishonour
    a state of shame or disgrace
  2. verb
    have little or no respect for; hold in contempt
    synonyms: disrespect
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    antonyms:
    esteem, prise, prize, respect, value
    regard highly; think much of
    types:
    undervalue
    esteem lightly
    type of:
    consider, reckon, regard, see, view
    deem to be
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