disgusting
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- disgustingly adjective
- disgustingness noun
Etymology
Origin of disgusting
Example Sentences
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"This is illegal," he said, also calling it "appalling" and "disgusting".
From BBC
“Am I liable if I can’t get this done right now? Between Christmas and New Year’s? It’s just the most obnoxious, disgusting behavior.”
From Los Angeles Times
"The first one by Cití Ní Ghallchóir is so sweet but still so sad and placid... she just seemed really exhausted," she said, noting that the other two felt "disgusting, painful and exaggerated."
From BBC
"My actions were disgusting, shameful, and sick," Combs said.
From BBC
“That was disgusting!” a man shouts into the mic, flashing a grimacing expression.
From Los Angeles Times
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