Odio (en. Hate)
/ˈo.ðjo/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Intense feeling of aversion towards something or someone that causes dislike or rejection.
The hatred he feels towards injustice motivates him to act.
El odio que siente hacia la injusticia lo motiva a actuar.
Deep hostility or animosity between people or groups.
The hatred between the two families has endured for generations.
El odio entre las dos familias ha perdurado por generaciones.
Extreme aversion that can lead to wishing harm upon another.
The hatred he showed was alarming.
El odio que él mostró fue alarmante.
Etymology
From Latin 'odium', which means hatred.
Common Phrases and Expressions
hatred at first sight
Immediate feeling of aversion towards something or someone.
odio a primera vista
to live in hatred
To maintain a negative attitude towards others constantly.
vivir en el odio
to sow hatred
To foster aversion or animosity in a group of people.
sembrar odio
Related Words
hateful
That causes hatred or aversion.
odioso
hated
That is the object of hatred.
odiado
hatred
Quality of being hateful.
odiosidad
Slang Meanings
Strong feeling of displeasure.
I feel a deep hatred for that guy.
Siento un odio profundo por ese tipo.
Used to describe unpleasant actions or things.
That movie caused me incredible hatred.
Esa película me causó un odio increíble.