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Learn the meaning of loathsome with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.
loathsome
(adjective)
loathsome
(adjective)
Meaning
causing hatred or disgust
Example
"The loathsome behavior of the bully shocked the entire class."
Synonyms
detestablerepugnantabhorrent
Antonyms
pleasantdesirableagreeable
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Word origin
From Old English 'laðsom', meaning hateful.
Related word forms
adjective: loathsome
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