abhorrence
Pronunciation: /əbˈhɒɹ.n̩(t)s/
The English word “abhorrence” has 3 meanings listed here.
noun
- Extreme aversion or detestation; the feeling of utter dislike or loathing; a visceral revulsion toward something repugnant.
- An expression of abhorrence, in particular any of the parliamentary addresses dictated towards Charles II.
- A person or thing that is loathsome; a detested thing.
Etymology
From abhorrent + -ence.
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