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detestable

/dɪˈtɛstəbəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does detestable mean?

adjective

Causing or deserving strong dislike; hateful or detestable. Extremely unpleasant or disagreeable.

Example

"The detestable smell from the dumpster was overwhelming the entire neighborhood."

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