Meaning & Definition of word "Detest"
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Detest
/dɪˈtɛst/
verb:
- 1. To feel intense or violent aversion to; to hate.
- Example: I detest the way he treats other people.
- 2. To dislike intensely or loathe.
- Example: She detests the taste of olives.
- 3. To feel extreme disgust for.
- Example: He detested the idea of cheating on his exams.
- 4. To express or show hatred towards.
- Example: Many people detest dishonest politicians.
Etymology
Late Latin 'detestari', from 'de-' + 'testari' (to bear witness).
Common Phrases and Expressions
detest with a passion:
To dislike something very strongly.
cannot stand:
To dislike something intensely.
hate to the core:
To have a deep and intense hatred for something.
Related Words
hate:
To feel intense or passionate dislike for someone or something.
loathing:
A feeling of intense disgust or hatred.
Slang Meanings of detest
Meaning: Can't stand it.
Example Sentence: I can't stand that song.
Meaning: Not my cup of tea.
Example Sentence: That kind of movie is not my cup of tea.