Loathe
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈləʊð/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Loathe is a verb meaning (transitive) To detest, hate, or revile (someone or something).
Meaning
(transitive) To detest, hate, or revile (someone or something).
More Meanings
- (obsolete) To induce or inspire disgust (in a person)
Example Sentences
I loathe scrubbing toilets.
I absolutely loathe this place.
Loathing the honeyed cakes, I long for bread.
Quick-loving hearts, I thought, may quickly loathe
Word Forms
- loathes
- loathing
- loathed
- loath
Synonyms for loathe
Depending on context, synonyms include abhor, abominate, despise, execrate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include execrate, abhor, abominate, detest, hated, hate.
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