Abominable
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈbɑm.ə.nə.bl̩/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Abominable is an adjective meaning Worthy of, or causing, abhorrence, as a thing of evil omen; odious in the utmost degree; very hateful; detestable; loathsome; execrable.
Meaning
Worthy of, or causing, abhorrence, as a thing of evil omen; odious in the utmost degree; very hateful; detestable; loathsome; execrable.
More Meanings
- Very bad or inferior.
- Disagreeable or unpleasant.
- (obsolete) Excessive, large (used as an intensifier).
Example Sentences
abominable crime
utterly abominable
abominable weather
He committed an abominable act of cruelty.
Synonyms for abominable
Depending on context, synonyms include atrocious, dreadful, bad, execrable, odious, terrible.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include odious, detestable, hateful, atrocious, execrable, dreadful.
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