abhorrent

adjective

Pronunciation: /æbˈhɔːrənt/

Definition

Inspiring disgust and loathing; repugnant.

Examples

• Such cruelty is abhorrent to any civilized person.

• The idea of exploiting children for profit is abhorrent.

• His behavior was seen as abhorrent by the entire community.

How to Use abhorrent

abhorrent to (prepositional phrase)

Causing disgust or loathing in someone or something. — "His violent outburst was abhorrent to his peaceful nature."

Synonyms of abhorrent

Words with a similar meaning to abhorrent:

• disgusting
• repugnant
• odious
• execrable

Antonyms of abhorrent

Words with the opposite meaning to abhorrent:

• admirable
• laudable
• lovable

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