loathsome
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Adj — Extremely unpleasant or disgusting; causing hatred or revulsion.
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Etymology
Formed from loath + the suffix -some ("tending to cause"), so literally "tending to cause hatred/disgust".
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What does “loathsome” mean?
The word “loathsome” means extremely unpleasant or disgusting; causing hatred or revulsion. In plain terms, so unpleasant or repulsive that it inspires hatred or disgust.
How do you pronounce “loathsome”?
“Loathsome” is pronounced LOHTH-suhm (/ˈloʊð.səm/ in IPA).
How do you use “loathsome” in a sentence?
Here is “loathsome” used in a sentence: “The dungeon reeked with a loathsome smell.”
What part of speech is “loathsome”?
“Loathsome” is an adjective.