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!
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The abhorrent smell of rotten eggs filled the room.
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His behavior towards women was abhorrent and unacceptable.
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The idea of harming innocent animals is abhorrent to me.
abhorrent Synonyms and Antonyms
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Phrases with abhorrent
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His abhorrent behavior towards his colleagues led to his dismissal from the company.
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Her abhorrent views on race and gender have no place in our society.
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The abhorrent crime of human trafficking must be stopped.
Origins of abhorrent
from Latin 'abhorrere', meaning 'to shrink back from'
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.
