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

His abhorrence of corruption was evident in his passionate speech.
Not Mild Discomfort
Abhorrence shouldn't be confused with mild forms of discomfort or aversion.

She reserved abhorrence for serious moral failings, not minor annoyances.
Physical Reaction
Sometimes, abhorrence can imply a physical reaction, like shuddering, to the hated item.

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