Definition of abhorrent
abhorrently
adverbFrom the M-W Editors
Recent Examples of abhorrent from the Web
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His behavior is abhorrent — and fans want nothing more than for Jessica to stay away from him.
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But that hasn’t stopped us from criticizing his abhorrent behavior or worrying about his fitness.
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The content of Mr. Muhtorov's conversations with (alleged accomplice) Mr. Jumaev are abhorrent, the videos and pictures on his phone revolting.
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That call was reprehensible, and any such suggestion is abhorrent and wholly contrary to Trinity’s values.
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The promise of freedom was so strong, and the thought of remaining in slavery so abhorrent, that these considerations ultimately convinced the men to join Smalls.
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Not tolerated, for good reason, will be abhorrent demonstrations, such as throat-slashing.
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The further challenge for Trump is this: as abhorrent as the use of political violence may be, it is ultimately driven by political despair.
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This is not about his political positions or abhorrent language and demeanor.
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Origin and Etymology of abhorrent
borrowed from Latin abhorrent-, abhorrens, present participle of abhorrēre “to abhor”
ABHORRENT Defined for Kids
abhorrent
playDefinition of abhorrent for Students
: causing or deserving strong dislike an abhorrent crime
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