Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
odium
noun
/ˈoʊ.di.əm/
Definition
General or widespread hatred or disgust directed towards someone as a result of their actions.
Examples
- After the scandal, the politician was filled with odium from the public.
- The criminal actions of the CEO brought odium upon the entire company.
Meaning
Odium refers to the intense dislike or repugnance that people may feel towards someone who has made unethical or detestable choices.
Synonyms
- hatred
- contempt
- disdain
- revulsion
- aversion
