Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
loathsome
Adjective
/ˈloʊθsəm/
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Definition
Causing great dislike or disgust; repulsive.
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Examples
- The loathsome behavior of the villain made the audience cringe.
- She found the loathsome smell of rotten eggs unbearable.
- His loathsome comments during the meeting were surprising to everyone.
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Meaning
The term describes something that is so unpleasant or offensive that it creates a feeling of aversion or hatred.
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Synonyms
- disgusting
- revolting
- abhorrent
- repugnant
- detestable