Meaning & Definition of word "Loathe"

Loathe

/loʊð/

1. To feel intense dislike or disgust for someone or something.
- Example: She loathes the taste of broccoli.
2. To have a strong aversion to.
- Example: He loathes being late for any appointment.
3. To detest or hate something or someone.
- Example: They loathe the idea of eating fast food every day.
4. To feel a strong repulsion.
- Example: The children loathed the sight of the creepy crawly insects.

●Middle English 'lothen', from Old English 'lāthian', from 'lāth' (hateful, loathsome).

loathe to do something:

To be unwilling or reluctant to do something.

loathe someone:

To dislike someone intensely.

disgust:

A feeling of revulsion or profound disapproval aroused by something unpleasant or offensive.

hatred:

Intense dislike or ill will.

aversion:

A strong dislike or disinclination.

Meaning: Can't stand

● Example Sentence: I can't stand that song.

Meaning: Can't bear

● Example Sentence: I can't bear the sight of him.