abhor
Translation
to abhor, to detest, to loathe
Examples
I abhor all forms of racism.
I abhor all forms of racism.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to detest (sth.) intensely I abhor all forms of racism.
Similar Words
Synonyms: detest, loathe, hate; Antonyms: love, admire, adore
Etymology
From Latin 'ab-' (away from) + 'horrere' (to shudder). Literally 'to shudder away from'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'horror' movie. You abhor the monster because it is horrible and makes you shudder.