| Adjective |
Meaning |
Example Sentence |
| Abhorrent |
Disgusting and deserving of hatred |
The abhorrent behavior of the bully was unacceptable. |
| Despicable |
Worthy of contempt or scorn |
His despicable treatment of the staff led to protests. |
| Detestable |
Worthy of intense dislike or hatred |
His detestable actions tarnished his reputation. |
| Hateful |
Full of intense dislike or enmity |
His hateful comments hurt her feelings deeply. |
| Loathsome |
Deserving strong hatred; repugnant |
The dictator’s loathsome actions sparked global outrage. |
| Malevolent |
Wishing harm or evil to others |
The malevolent spirit in the story was terrifying. |
| Malicious |
Intending to harm or cause suffering |
Her malicious intent was evident in her actions. |
| Odious |
Extremely unpleasant or repugnant |
The dictator’s odious regime oppressed the population. |
| Repulsive |
Eliciting strong dislike or aversion |
The repulsive smell made it hard to stay in the room. |
| Vile |
Morally reprehensible; extremely unpleasant |
The vile language used by the speaker shocked the audience. |
