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abhorrent

2 antonyms and opposites of abhorrent, grouped by meaning.

Adj — Causing intense disgust or hatred; utterly repugnant.

Antonyms

nonabhorrent unabhorrent

How to use abhorrent

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

morally abhorrent abhorrent to find something abhorrent

Etymology

From Latin abhorrens, the present participle of abhorrere — see abhor.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “abhorrent” mean?

The word “abhorrent” means causing intense disgust or hatred; utterly repugnant. In plain terms, so disgusting or hateful that it's hard to even think about it calmly.

How do you pronounce “abhorrent”?

“Abhorrent” is pronounced ab-O-ruhnt (/æbˈhɔɹənt/ in IPA).

How do you use “abhorrent” in a sentence?

Here is “abhorrent” used in a sentence: “Torture is abhorrent to most civilized societies.”

What is the opposite of “abhorrent”?

The opposite of “abhorrent” — its antonyms — are nonabhorrent and unabhorrent.

What part of speech is “abhorrent”?

“Abhorrent” is an adjective.

Where does the word “abhorrent” come from?

The word “abhorrent” comes from Latin. From Latin abhorrens, the present participle of abhorrere — see abhor.

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