Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

odiar

verb
/o’di.ar/
Definition
To hate or have a strong aversion to something or someone.
Examples
  • Eu odeio esperar na fila. (I hate waiting in line.)
  • Ela odeia a mentira. (She hates lying.)
  • Ele odiava acordar cedo. (He hated waking up early.)
Meaning
The term ‘odiar’ conveys a deep feeling of dislike or disgust, often associated with intense emotional responses towards people, situations, or actions.
Synonyms
  • desprezar
  • abominar
  • detestar