abhorrent

[əbˈhɒrənt]

abhorrent Definition

inspiring disgust and loathing; repugnant.

Using abhorrent: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "abhorrent" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The abhorrent smell of rotten eggs filled the room.

• Example

  His behavior towards women was abhorrent and unacceptable.

• Example

  The idea of harming innocent animals is abhorrent to me.

abhorrent Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for abhorrent

• repulsive
• revolting
• disgusting
• offensive
• objectionable

Antonyms for abhorrent

• appealing
• attractive
• desirable

Phrases with abhorrent

• abhorrent behavior

  behavior that is considered morally or socially unacceptable

  Example

  His abhorrent behavior towards his colleagues led to his dismissal from the company.

• abhorrent views

  views that are considered morally or socially unacceptable

  Example

  Her abhorrent views on race and gender have no place in our society.

• abhorrent crime

  a crime that is considered morally or socially unacceptable

  Example

  The abhorrent crime of human trafficking must be stopped.

Origins of abhorrent

from Latin 'abhorrere', meaning 'to shrink back from'

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Summary: abhorrent in Brief

'Abhorrent' [əbˈhɒrənt] means inspiring disgust and loathing, and is used to describe things that are repugnant or morally or socially unacceptable. Examples include 'The abhorrent smell of rotten eggs filled the room,' and 'His behavior towards women was abhorrent and unacceptable.' 'Abhorrent' extends into phrases like 'abhorrent behavior,' which refers to behavior that is considered morally or socially unacceptable.