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detestation

 

[ ˌdiː.tesˈteɪ.ʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

feeling

A strong feeling of intense dislike or aversion.

Synonyms

abhorrence, aversion, hatred, loathing

Examples of usage

  • He had a detestation of hypocrisy.
  • She couldn't hide her detestation for the new policy.
  • The detestation in his eyes was palpable.
  • I could sense the detestation in his voice.
  • The detestation between the two rival gangs was evident.
Context #2 | Noun

hatred

Extreme hatred or disgust.

Synonyms

abhorrence, aversion, hatred, loathing

Examples of usage

  • The detestation towards the oppressors fueled the rebellion.
  • His detestation for injustice led him to take action.
  • She spoke with detestation towards the corrupt officials.
  • The detestation in her gaze was chilling.
  • The detestation of war was evident in his writings.

Translations

Translations of the word "detestation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 detestação

🇮🇳 घृणा

🇩🇪 Abscheu

🇮🇩 kebencian

🇺🇦 ненависть

🇵🇱 odraza

🇯🇵 嫌悪

🇫🇷 détestation

🇪🇸 detestación

🇹🇷 nefret

🇰🇷 혐오

🇸🇦 كراهية

🇨🇿 odpor

🇸🇰 odpor

🇨🇳 厌恶

🇸🇮 gnus

🇮🇸 andstyggð

🇰🇿 жек көру

🇬🇪 ზიზღი

🇦🇿 iyrənclik

🇲🇽 detestación

Etymology

The word 'detestation' has its origins in the Latin word 'detestari', which means 'to curse'. Over time, the meaning evolved to represent an intense feeling of dislike or aversion towards something or someone. The concept of detestation has been explored in various literary works and philosophical discussions, highlighting the powerful and often destructive nature of this emotion.

See also: detestable, detestably.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,670, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.