Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

odious

Adjective
/ˈoʊ.di.əs/
Definition
Extremely unpleasant or repulsive.
Examples
  • The odious smell of garbage filled the room.
  • His odious behavior at the party made everyone uncomfortable.
  • The dictator’s odious policies oppressed the people.
Meaning
Odious describes something that is highly offensive or deserving of hatred.
Synonyms
  • Hateful
  • Loathsome
  • Repugnant
  • Despicable
  • Abhorrent