Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

detestar

verb
/deɪˈtɛstɑr/
Definition
To detest means to have a strong dislike or aversion to something or someone.
Examples
  • I detesto waking up early on weekends.
  • She detesta the taste of black coffee.
  • They detest how loud the music gets at night.
Meaning
Detestar expresses an intense form of dislike, suggesting a feeling of abhorrence or hatred towards a particular subject.
Synonyms
  • abhor
  • loathe
  • hate
  • despise