disgusting
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- disgustingly adjective
- disgustingness noun
Etymology
Origin of disgusting
Example Sentences
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Boyd testified that he regretted some of the “disgusting” things he said in the recorded calls, which were made the week after the shooting.
"It's disgusting. What's happened tonight is a disgrace for football. It's ruined the night for the team," he said.
From Barron's
Jonah thought Chip needed a sister of his own, so he’d know how stupid and disgusting it all was.
From Literature
Not just because my throat was hurting, but because cucumbers are disgusting.
From Literature
The dancing was “disgusting,” he claimed, “especially for young children.”
From Salon
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