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loathing

/ˈloʊðɪŋ/ noun · British & US

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What does loathing mean?

noun

A strong feeling of dislike or hatred; intense aversion.

Example

"The crowd's loathing for the politician was palpable at the rally."

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Words that share this root

loathe loathest loathests loatheable

What's another word for loathing?

detestation abhorrence hatred disgust revulsion abomination

What's the opposite of loathing?

admiration affection love

Rhymes with loathing

showing growing knowing sowing