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Word

loathe

verb
UK /ˈləʊð/
US /ˈloʊð/

Meanings

verb

To hate someone or something intensely.

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verb

To strongly dislike doing a particular activity or being in a particular situation.

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Definition

To loathe someone or something is to hate them strongly.

To loathe means to feel a very strong dislike or hatred for someone or something. It is a more intense word than “dislike” and is often used for things that cause deep annoyance or disgust. People also use it for activities they really hate doing.

Examples

  • I loathe getting stuck in traffic every morning.
  • She loathed the way he lied so easily.
  • They loathe cleaning the bathroom.
  • He loathed the bitter taste of that medicine.