disgusting
Translation
disgusting, revolting, gross
Examples
The smell from the bin was disgusting.
The smell from the trash can was disgusting.
His behaviour at the party was disgusting.
His behavior at the party was disgusting.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is disgusting (sth.) is extremely unpleasant The food was disgusting.
Similar Words
Synonyms: revolting, repulsive, gross; Antonyms: delightful, pleasant, lovely
Etymology
From the prefix 'dis-' (expressing reversal) and Latin 'gustus' (taste). It literally means something that offends one's taste.
Memory Tips
Imagine a bad 'gust' of wind carrying a terrible smell. That smell is 'disgusting'.