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execrable

Adjective

This term conveys a sense of intense loathing or disgust, moving beyond simple dislike to suggest something that is utterly wretched. It is frequently used in formal or literary contexts to describe things that are not just poor in quality, but offensive to the senses or the spirit. When applied to morality, it describes actions that are abhorrent or cursed, evoking a feeling of moral outrage. It carries a heavier weight than words like bad or awful, implying a level of quality so low that it becomes an affront to the observer.

Meanings

Adjective

Extremely bad or unpleasant.

"The food at the roadside diner was absolutely execrable."

Adjective

Utterly detestable or wretched in a moral sense.

"The dictator was remembered for his execrable crimes against humanity."

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