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despite

/dɪˈspaɪt/

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noun

Desprecio, desdén, odio

Disdain, contemptuous feelings, hatred.

Examples :

"Despite her parents' disapproval, Sarah pursued her dream of becoming a musician. "

A pesar de la desaprobación de sus padres, Sarah persiguió su sueño de convertirse en músico.

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noun

Desprecio, afrenta

Action or behaviour displaying such feelings; an outrage, insult.

Examples :

"The teacher's harsh tone was a blatant despite, making the students feel insulted and disrespected. "

El tono áspero del profesor fue un desprecio descarado, lo que hizo que los estudiantes se sintieran insultados y faltados al respeto.

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noun

Malicia, rencor

Evil feeling; malice, spite.

Examples :

"Despite simmered in her heart after her brother got the promotion she wanted. "

La malicia hervía en su corazón después de que su hermano obtuviera el ascenso que ella quería.

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verb

Vexar, molestar, ofender

To vex; to annoy; to offend contemptuously.

Examples :

"His sarcastic comments despited her, making her feel uncomfortable. "

Sus comentarios sarcásticos la vexaron, haciéndola sentir incómoda.

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preposition

A pesar de, pese a

In spite of, notwithstanding, regardless of.

Examples :

"Despite the heavy rain, we went to the park. "

A pesar de la fuerte lluvia, fuimos al parque.

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