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Meaning of abominate
To feel intense dislike or hatred for something.
Etymology of abominate
The word "abominate" comes from the Latin words "ab" (away from) and "ominari" (to foreshow or predict), and the Latin word "abominari" (to deprecate as an ill omen), which is derived from "ab-" (away from) and "omin-" (an omen).
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to express strong dislike or hatred, often with connotations of moral or spiritual distaste.
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- To regard something as odious or disgusting, to feel intense dislike or hatred for it.
- * To dislike or hatred something very much, often in a formal or official way.
Usage Examples
- The people abominate the new policy and are protesting against it.
- * She abominates the idea of eating insects, even if they are a good source of protein.
- * The government abominates the use of torture and has signed international treaties to prevent it.