loathsome
3 antonyms for loathsome — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Extremely unpleasant or disgusting; causing hatred or revulsion.
Antonyms
How to use loathsome
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
loathsome creature
loathsome smell
find something loathsome
Etymology
Formed from loath + the suffix -some ("tending to cause"), so literally "tending to cause hatred/disgust".
Full origin of loathsome →Frequently asked questions
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.
