Definition & Meaning of "abhorrent"in English

abhorrent

causing strong feelings of dislike, disgust, or hatred

detestable

disgusting

horrid

loathsome

nauseating

Grammatical Information

Composition

Compound

qualitative

Superlative

most abhorrent

Comparative

more abhorrent

gradable

domain

morality, emotion, behavior

Examples

The abhorrent act of animal cruelty sparked widespread outrage and calls for stricter legislation.

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