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detestably

 

[ dɪˈtɛstəbli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

used to describe something extremely unpleasant or offensive

In a detestable manner; in a way that causes intense dislike or disgust.

Synonyms

abominably, disgustingly, horribly, repulsively.

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Word Description / Examples
detestably

This word is used when describing something that incites intense dislike or hatred in a very strong and clear manner.

  • He behaved detestably, and no one wanted to be around him.
abominably

This word is used in situations where something is described as extremely bad or unpleasant, often with a moral judgment.

  • She was treated abominably by her employers.
  • The weather was abominably cold.
horribly

This word fits well in general situations where something is extremely unpleasant or bad, often leading to a sense of fear or shock.

  • The accident was horribly tragic.
  • She sang horribly off-key.
disgustingly

This word is best used to describe something that causes a strong feeling of dislike or disapproval, especially when related to physical appearance, smell, or behavior.

  • The kitchen was disgustingly dirty.
  • He spoke to her in a disgustingly rude manner.
repulsively

This word is used when describing something that causes a strong feeling of disgust, often related to physical appearance or behavior, and has a negative connotation.

  • The creature was repulsively ugly.
  • He behaved repulsively, making everyone uncomfortable.

Examples of usage

  • She behaved detestably towards her colleagues, making rude remarks and spreading malicious rumors.
  • The food at the restaurant was prepared detestably, with a strange mix of flavors that left a bad taste in my mouth.

Translations

Translations of the word "detestably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 detestavelmente

🇮🇳 घृणास्पद रूप से

🇩🇪 verabscheuungswürdig

🇮🇩 dengan sangat dibenci

🇺🇦 огидно

🇵🇱 odrażająco

🇯🇵 忌まわしく

🇫🇷 détestablement

🇪🇸 detestablemente

🇹🇷 nefretle

🇰🇷 혐오스럽게

🇸🇦 بغيضة

🇨🇿 odporně

🇸🇰 odporne

🇨🇳 可憎地

🇸🇮 ogabno

🇮🇸 viðbjóðslega

🇰🇿 жеккөрінішті

🇬🇪 საზიზღრად

🇦🇿 iyrəncliklə

🇲🇽 detestablemente

Etymology

The word 'detestably' is derived from the verb 'detest', which comes from the Latin word 'detestari', meaning 'to curse, abhor'. The adverb 'detestably' has been in use since the 16th century, evolving from the Old French 'détester' and Middle English 'detesten'. Over the centuries, it has retained its negative connotation, emphasizing intense dislike or disgust.

See also: detestable, detestation.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,294, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.