Loathing

/ˈloʊðɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A strong feeling of intense aversion or disgust.

She looked at the mess with loathing, wishing she didn't have to clean it up.

An intense or deep dislike for something or someone.

His loathing for injustice motivated him to become a lawyer.

An extreme repugnance or hatred.

There was a palpable loathing in his voice when he spoke about the corrupt officials.

Middle English 'loathen', from 'loath', meaning 'reluctant or unwilling'.

a loathing gaze:

A look that expresses strong dislike or disgust.

with loathing:

Done in a manner that shows intense disapproval or revulsion.

Can't stand it.

I loathing that movie; I can't stand it!

Totally disgusted.

I'm loathing my homework right now, it's so boring!