Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

abhorrence

noun

/əbˈhɔːrəns/

Definition

A feeling of repulsion or strong dislike.

Examples

She looked at the mess in disbelief, filled with abhorrence for the chaos.
His abhorrence of violence made him a strong advocate for peace.
The community expressed its abhorrence at the proposed changes to the local park.

Meaning

Abhorrence refers to an intense and often violent feeling of disgust or hatred towards something, usually something that is considered immoral, repulsive, or deeply offensive.