adj

revolting

Revolting (adj) means causing intense disgust; repulsive. Example: “The kitchen was left in a revolting state after the party.”

adj

Causing intense disgust; repulsive.

"The kitchen was left in a revolting state after the party."

How to use revolting

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishExtremely disgusting — used for things like smells, sights, or behaviour.

Common pairings

a revolting smell absolutely revolting

Word forms

more revolting comparative, revoltings plural, most revolting superlative

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Rhymes for revolting

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Frequently asked questions

What does “revolting” mean?

The word “revolting” means causing intense disgust; repulsive. In plain terms, extremely disgusting — used for things like smells, sights, or behaviour.

How do you use “revolting” in a sentence?

Here is “revolting” used in a sentence: “The kitchen was left in a revolting state after the party.”

What part of speech is “revolting”?

“Revolting” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of revolting?

"revolting" (adj) means causing intense disgust; repulsive.