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ABHORRENT

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Offensive to the mind

Example:

the most repulsive character in recent novels

Synonyms:

abhorrent; detestable; obscene; repugnant; repulsive

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

offensive (unpleasant or disgusting especially to the senses)

Derivation:

abhor (find repugnant)

abhorrence (hate coupled with disgust)

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