loathe

/lˈə‍ʊð/

/ˈɫoʊð/

to loathe

MAIN VERB

to dislike something or someone very much often with a sense of disgust

synonyms : abhor

Examples

1. Human nature is generally of such kind that it will choose a line of least resistance if that is at all possible, and loathe exertion beyond it.

2. I know you're passionate about the topic, but remember that length begets loathing, so try to keep your presentation concise.

3. But Camus’s hero Dr Rieux loathes this approach.

4. They loathe enemies, traitors and subordinate peoples.