loathing

[loh-thing]

noun

1. strong dislike or disgust; intense aversion.

   Synonyms: hatred, abhorrence

loathing

/ ˈləʊðɪŋ /

noun

1. abhorrence; disgust

Other Word Forms

• loathingly adverb
• self-loathing adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of loathing¹

First recorded in 1300–50, loathing is from the Middle English word lathynge. See loathe, -ing ¹

Synonym Study

See aversion.

Example Sentences

That he relies on his wife for advice instead of experienced professionals — who he seems to view with loathing — only shows how terrifyingly bad Hegseth is at even the most basic of his job requirements.

From Salon

I share Vejar’s loathing for the relentless “tree of heaven,” the deciduous plant that is sometimes called a stinking sumac.

From Los Angeles Times

Of course he shares the same loathing of FEMA.

From Salon

Judging by social media, my irrepressible loathing of Leavitt's smug visage and pompous voice makes me typical of my demographic: progressive, college-educated women between the ages of 25 and 65.

From Salon

Harrison projects a ferocious determination that’s paired with an intense loathing for this condescending, demented misogynist.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• abhorrence 
• antipathy 
• aversion 
• contempt 
• disgust 
• dislike 
• enmity 
• hate 
• hatred 
• repulsion 
• revulsion