Another Word For Regard with extreme aversion or dislike

Meaning

The word you're asking about seems to be a variation of "detest." To detest means to feel or show an intense dislike or aversion towards something or someone. It expresses a strong emotion of revulsion or hatred.

Synonyms

• Hate
• Loathe
• Abhor
• Despise
• Disdain

Antonyms

• Love
• Admire
• Treasure
• Appreciate
• Favor

Etymology

The word "detest" comes from the Latin "detestari," which means "to curse or to condemn." It is derived from "de-" (down from) and "testari" (to bear witness). Thus, it implies a strong rejection of something, almost as if cursing it.

Examples

1. She absolutely detests the taste of broccoli and refuses to eat it.
2. Many people detest the idea of going to work on weekends.
3. He detested the way his neighbor constantly noise after midnight.
4. The students detested the homework assigned over the holiday break.
5. She detested the novel so much that she couldn't finish reading it.