Abhorrence

usgb/əbˈhɔːrəns/
noun

A feeling of extreme hate or disgust.

He looked at the bug with abhorrence.
Visual representation of "abhorrence" - A feeling of extreme hate or disgust

Often appears as...

  • utter abhorrence
  • feeling of abhorrence
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Extreme Hatred

Abhorrence is used for intense feelings, stronger than dislike or hate.

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His abhorrence of corruption was evident in his passionate speech.
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Not Mild Discomfort

Abhorrence shouldn't be confused with mild forms of discomfort or aversion.

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She reserved abhorrence for serious moral failings, not minor annoyances.
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Physical Reaction

Sometimes, abhorrence can imply a physical reaction, like shuddering, to the hated item.

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He felt a wave of abhorrence and recoiled at the sight of the rotten food.
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