abhorrence
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əns, -ˈhɒr- noun
1.
a feeling of extreme repugnance or aversion; utter loathing; abomination.
2.
something or someone extremely repugnant or loathsome.
Related forms
self-ab·hor·rence, noun
Synonyms
1. execration, detestation.
1. execration, detestation.
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| —n | |
| 1. | a feeling of extreme loathing or aversion |
| 2. | a person or thing that is loathsome |
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Example sentences
Here again, the underlying sentiment is the abhorrence of human recklessness and extravagance.
If you cannot overcome your abhorrence or fear of them, leave them alone.
We are united in our hatred of war and our abhorrence of violence.
Undeterred by abhorrence of needles, would-be heroin users are more inclined to partake.
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