Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
visceral-hatred
Phrase
ˈvɪs.ər.əl ˈheɪ.tɪd
Definition
A deep, instinctive type of hatred that is rooted in strong emotions rather than rational thought.
Examples
- Her visceral hatred for injustice drove her to activism.
- He expressed a visceral hatred of the corrupt system in his speech.
Meaning
Visceral hatred is an intense and often overwhelming feeling of hatred that feels almost gut-level or primal, as if it comes from deep within the body rather than the mind.
Synonyms
- Intense loathing
- Deep-seated aversion
- Profound animosity
