Definitions
- Describing something that is extremely ugly or unpleasant to look at. - Referring to a person's appearance that is unattractive or repulsive. - Talking about an object or situation that is shocking or offensive to the senses.
- Describing something that causes intense disgust or aversion. - Referring to a person's behavior or personality that is offensive or unpleasant. - Talking about an odor, taste, or texture that is nauseating or offensive.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is unpleasant or offensive.
- 2Both words can be used to describe people, objects, or situations.
- 3Both words convey a strong negative connotation.
- 4Both words are used to express intense dislike or aversion.
What is the difference?
- 1Appearance vs. Reaction: Hideous describes something that looks ugly or unpleasant, while repulsive describes something that causes a strong negative reaction.
- 2Senses: Hideous is often used to describe something visually unpleasant, while repulsive can refer to any sense that is offended.
- 3Intensity: Repulsive is generally considered stronger and more intense than hideous.
- 4Behavior vs. Appearance: Repulsive can be used to describe a person's behavior or personality, while hideous is typically used to describe physical appearance.
- 5Offensiveness: Repulsive is often used to describe something that is morally offensive, while hideous is not necessarily associated with morality.
Remember this!
Hideous and repulsive are both negative adjectives used to describe something unpleasant or offensive. However, hideous is typically used to describe physical appearance, while repulsive can be used to describe any sense that is offended. Additionally, repulsive is generally considered stronger and more intense than hideous, and can be used to describe a person's behavior or personality.
