Abomination is a stronghaving great force or intensity; not mild or weak word for something that is deeply hatefulfull of hate; causing strong dislike or disgust, disgusting, or morallyrelated to right and wrong behavior or principles shocking. It can describe a feeling, an act, or a person depending on the context.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /əˌbɑməˈneɪʃən/
Easy pronunciation: uh-bahm-uh-NAY-shun (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress is on the fourth syllable: NAY.
Noun; this pronunciation matches the sense meaning hate mixed with disgust.
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Abomination Meaning
a very strong feeling of hatred and disgust
Part of speech: noun
Definition: hate mixed with disgust
Example: She felt abomination toward the cruelty she had witnessed.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- abhorrence — A close noun for intense hatred mixed with disgust.
- detestation — Works well as a strong substitute for deep hatred and disgust.
- execration — A stronger, more formal word with a similar sense.
- loathing — A natural synonym for intense disgust and dislike.
- odium — A formal word for strong dislike or public hatred.
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Other Meanings of Abomination
Meaning 2
something very evil, offensive, or disgusting
Part of speech: noun
Definition: an action that is vicious or vile; something that arouses disgust or abhorrence
Example: The abuse of the children was an abomination.
Meaning 3
a disgusting or hateful person
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a person who is loathsome or disgusting
Example: He was treated as an abomination by those who knew what he had done.
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Abomination Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- abhorrence
- detestation
- loathing
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Common Mistakes
- Do not use abomination for a mild dislike; it means very strong hatred, disgust, or moral outrage.
- Do not confuse abomination with abhorrence: abhorrence is the feeling, while abomination can also be the thing or person that causes that feeling.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does abomination mean?
Abomination means something that is deeply hated, disgusting, or morally offensive. It can refer to a feeling of intense disgust, a vile act, or a person considered loathsome depending on the context.
What are the best synonyms for abomination?
For the feeling, good synonyms include abhorrence, detestation, and loathing. For an evil act or disgusting thing, there usually are not exact one-word synonyms that fit every context as well as abomination does.
Is abomination a noun?
Yes. Abomination is most commonly used as a noun.
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