Meaning & Definition of word "Abhorrent"
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Abhorrent
/əbˈhɔːrənt/
adjective:
- 1. Inspiring disgust and loathing; repugnant.
- Example: The idea of cheating on a spouse is abhorrent to many people.
- 2. Contrary to morality or the principles of decency.
- Example: The abhorrent treatment of prisoners in some facilities has drawn widespread condemnation.
- 3. Causing a strong feeling of dislike or hatred.
- Example: His abhorrent behavior at the party shocked everyone.
Etymology
From Latin 'abhorrens', which means 'to shrink back from'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
abhorrent behavior:
Actions that provoke strong disgust or aversion.
abhorrent idea:
A concept that is deeply offensive or unacceptable.
Related Words
abhor:
To regard with disgust and hatred.
abomination:
A thing that causes disgust or hatred.
loathing:
A feeling of intense aversion or disgust.
Slang Meanings of abhorrent
Meaning: Something that is severely disliked or unacceptable in informal contexts.
Example Sentence: That movie was so abhorrent, I couldn't even finish it.
Meaning: Used to describe a person whose behavior is extremely upsetting.
Example Sentence: He's just an abhorrent dude, no one wants to hang out with him.