Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

loathsome

Adjective
/ˈloʊθsəm/
Definition
Causing great dislike or disgust; repulsive.
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.
Meaning
The term describes something that is so unpleasant or offensive that it creates a feeling of aversion or hatred.
Synonyms
  • disgusting
  • revolting
  • abhorrent
  • repugnant
  • detestable