Revoltingly Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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revoltingly

[rɪˈvəʊltɪŋli ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Adverb}

in disgust or shock

In a way that causes intense disgust or shock. It is often used to describe something extremely unpleasant or offensive.

Synonyms

disgustingly, offensively, repulsively.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
revoltingly	Used to describe something extremely unpleasant or disgusting. It often implies a strong emotional reaction. The food was cooked so revoltingly that no one could eat it. He spoke revoltingly about his experiences.
disgustingly	Used to describe something that causes a feeling of strong disapproval or nausea. Frequently used for things that are dirty or unsanitary. The room was disgustingly filthy. They behaved disgustingly towards the waiter.
offensively	Used when describing something that causes offense or is considered rude or inappropriate. It often has a strong negative connotation, indicating something that upsets or insults someone. He spoke offensively to everyone at the meeting. The comment was offensively sexist.
repulsively	Used to describe something that causes intense aversion or disgust. It suggests a physical reaction of wanting to move away from the source of repulsion. The smell of the garbage was repulsively strong. She found his behavior repulsively arrogant.

Examples of usage

She found the smell revoltingly overpowering.
The movie was revoltingly violent and graphic.
The politician's behavior was revoltingly unethical.

Translations

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Interesting Facts

Literature

Many authors use 'revoltingly' to create strong emotional reactions, often in horror or satire.
Classic works, like those of Charles Dickens, sometimes describe characters or situations as revolting to highlight social issues.

Psychology

Studies suggest that people may find revolting stimuli, like certain smells or sights, evoke stronger emotional responses than pleasant ones.
The concept of 'disgust' is related to revolting reactions, which can stem from evolutionary survival mechanisms.

Pop Culture

In films or shows, revoltingly portrayed scenes can amplify the horror genre, making audiences feel fear or aversion.
Popular cooking shows sometimes use the term to describe meals that look bad, making viewers cringe.

Historical Context

The word's usage increased during the 18th century, particularly in political discussions to describe revolting actions against authorities.
In historical texts, revoltingly was often used to condemn oppressive regimes and their actions.

Origin of 'revoltingly'

Main points about word origin

The word 'revoltingly' comes from the verb 'revolt,' which means to turn against something.
Originally, 'revolt' had meanings related to a physical turning or bending, reflecting a reaction to something unappealing.

The adverb 'revoltingly' is derived from the verb 'revolt,' which comes from the Latin 'revolut-' meaning 'to overturn.' The suffix '-ing' is added to form the adverb. The word has been used in English since the late 18th century to describe something causing intense disgust or shock.