Lothest: meaning, definitions and examples
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lothest
[ ˈloʊθɪst ]
feeling aversion
The word 'lothest' is a superlative form of 'loth,' which means unwilling or reluctant. When someone is described as 'lothest,' it denotes the highest degree of reluctance or aversion towards a particular action or idea. This term is often used to express a strong opposition to something that is being suggested or proposed. It emphasizes a deep-seated discomfort or hostility towards a situation, making it a powerful descriptor of one's feelings.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He was the lothest to go to the party.
- She felt lothest about accepting the proposal.
- They were lothest when asked to change their plans.
Translations
Translations of the word "lothest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais baixo
🇮🇳 सबसे नीच
🇩🇪 der niedrigste
🇮🇩 terendah
🇺🇦 найнижчий
🇵🇱 najniższy
🇯🇵 最も低い
🇫🇷 le plus bas
🇪🇸 el más bajo
🇹🇷 en düşük
🇰🇷 가장 낮은
🇸🇦 الأدنى
🇨🇿 nejnižší
🇸🇰 najnižší
🇨🇳 最低的
🇸🇮 najnižji
🇮🇸 lægsta
🇰🇿 ең төменгі
🇬🇪 ყველაზე დაბალი
🇦🇿 ən aşağı
🇲🇽 el más bajo
Etymology
The term 'lothest' traces its origins back to Old English, where 'loth' was used to describe someone who was ill-disposed or reluctant. The evolution of the word reflects the linguistic shifts from Old English to Middle English and into Modern English. In contemporary usage, 'lothest' retains this essence, capturing the feeling of profound reluctance or aversion. The morphological structure of 'lothest' is comparable to other adjectives in English that form comparatives and superlatives by adding '-er' and '-est'. In literature, this term may often appear in poetic or formal contexts, emphasizing the emotional weight of refusal or hesitation.