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execrate

Execrate (verb) means to feel loathing for; to abhor.

verb
1
To feel loathing for; to abhor.
2
To declare to be hateful or abhorrent; to denounce.
3
To invoke a curse; to curse or swear.
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Etymology

From Latin exsecrārī, execrārī, from ex (“out”) + sacrāre (“to consecrate, declare accursed”).

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What is the meaning of execrate?

"execrate" (verb) means to feel loathing for; to abhor.

What are the different meanings of execrate?

"execrate" has 3 main meanings: 1. To feel loathing for; to abhor; 2. To declare to be hateful or abhorrent; to denounce; 3. To invoke a curse; to curse or swear.

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