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abhor

detest / loathe / hate
Transitive Verb
past: abhorredpp: abhorreding: abhorring

This verb conveys a visceral reaction of intense loathing that is typically rooted in a moral or ethical conviction. It is far more powerful than simply disliking something; it suggests a desire to shrink away from the object of hatred because it is perceived as repulsive or wrong. Usage is generally formal and is frequently employed in contexts involving social justice, religious beliefs, or personal codes of honor. It describes a state of permanent or deep-seated aversion rather than a temporary feeling of anger.

Meanings

Transitive Verb
[~ something][~ doing something]

To feel a strong sense of hatred or disgust toward something or someone, often based on moral grounds.

"He abhors any form of cruelty to animals."

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