loathe
3 synonyms and 5 antonyms for loathe, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To hate or feel intense disgust toward someone or something.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use loathe
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
loathe someone
absolutely loathe
loathe the idea of
Etymology
From Old English lāþian, related to "loath" — both trace back to a root meaning "hateful" or "hostile".
Full origin of loathe →Frequently asked questions
What does “loathe” mean?
The word “loathe” means to hate or feel intense disgust toward someone or something. In plain terms, to hate something strongly, often with a sense of revulsion.
How do you pronounce “loathe”?
“Loathe” is pronounced LOHTH (/ˈloʊð/ in IPA).
How do you use “loathe” in a sentence?
Here is “loathe” used in a sentence: “She loathes waking up early on weekends.”
What part of speech is “loathe”?
“Loathe” is a verb.
Where does the word “loathe” come from?
The word “loathe” comes from Old English. From Old English lāþian, related to "loath" — both trace back to a root meaning "hateful" or "hostile".
