Although 'despised' [='scorned, disdained'] by critics, the movie attracted a wide audience.
He 'despises' [='hates, loathes'] pop music.
She was 'despised' as a hypocrite.
(..) No, son. I never get to go anywhere. Oh young master, one day you will be king; then you can chase those slobbering, mangy, stupid poachers from dawn until dusk. Hey Uncle Scar, guess what! I despise guessing games. I'm going to be king of Pride Rock. Oh goodee. (..)1994 The Lion King