Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

abhor

verb
/əbˈhɔːr/
Definition
to regard with disgust and hatred
Examples
  • She abhors any form of cruelty towards animals.
  • He abhors the idea of cheating in exams.
  • They abhor the pollution in their city.
Meaning
To abhor something means to detest or loathe it intensely.
Synonyms
  • detest
  • loathe
  • hate
  • despise
  • abominate