Loather: meaning, definitions and examples
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loather
[ ˈloʊðər ]
feelings of dislike
A loather is a person who intensely dislikes or has a strong aversion to someone or something. This term suggests an emotional response that goes beyond mere dislike, indicating a deep-seated repulsion. Often, a loather actively expresses their disdain and may exhibit hostile behavior towards the object of their loathing. The term can be used in various contexts, from personal relationships to broader societal issues.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He is a loather of injustice.
- She was a loather of loud music.
- As a loather of tomatoes, he picks them out of everything.
Translations
Translations of the word "loather" in other languages:
🇵🇹 odiador
🇮🇳 नफरत करने वाला
🇩🇪 Hasser
🇮🇩 pembenci
🇺🇦 ненависник
🇵🇱 nienawidzący
🇯🇵 嫌悪者
🇫🇷 haïssant
🇪🇸 odiador
🇹🇷 nefret eden
🇰🇷 혐오자
🇸🇦 كاره
🇨🇿 nenávidící
🇸🇰 nenávidiaci
🇨🇳 仇恨者
🇸🇮 sovražnik
🇮🇸 hatur
🇰🇿 жеккөретін
🇬🇪 გავიძულებთ
🇦🇿 nifr edən
🇲🇽 odiador
Etymology
The word 'loather' originates from the verb 'loathe', which comes from the Old English 'lathian', meaning to hate or to make loathsome. This word has its roots in the Proto-Germanic '*lauþō' meaning to feel disgust or aversion. Over time, the term evolved, becoming more pronounced in its expression of dislike. The noun form 'loather' likely emerged in Middle English, aligning with similar transformations in other Germanic languages where a similar concept of deep aversion was expressed. The usage of 'loather' has remained relatively consistent over centuries, often highlighting the intensity of one's feelings toward a subject or person.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,076, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.