English Synonym Finder

detest

Definitions

To dislike intensely; to loathe.

To feel deep aversion or abhorrence for.

Examples

I absolutely detest the sound of a dripping faucet in the middle of the night.

She has always detested dishonesty, so she found it difficult to work with him.

Synonyms

abhor loathe despise abominate execrate resent dislike

Antonyms

adore love cherish admire revere fancy enjoy