abominate

[uh-bom-uh-neyt]

abominate Definition

to feel intense dislike or hatred for; loathe; abhor.

Using abominate: Examples

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

  • Example

    I abominate the idea of war.

  • Example

    She abominates cruelty to animals.

  • Example

    He abominated the thought of working in an office.

abominate Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with abominate

Origins of abominate

from Latin 'abominatus', past participle of 'abominari', meaning 'to deprecate as an ill omen'

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Summary: abominate in Brief

'Abominate' [uh-bom-uh-neyt] is a verb that means to feel intense dislike or hatred for something or someone. It is often used in formal contexts and can be replaced by synonyms like 'detest' or 'abhor.' Phrases like 'abominate someone's guts' and 'abominate something with a passion' emphasize the intensity of the feeling.