abhor
/əbˈhɔː(ɹ)/
Group 11Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To regard with disgust and hatred GRE
Example in Context
The activist abhorred the use of child labor and devoted her career to its eradication across global supply chains.
Synonyms
despisehateloathe
Etymology
To shudder away from something due to disgust.
- ab- (Latin) — away from
- horere (Latin) — to shudder
Memory Aid
😫Sounds like “a bore”
If a lecture is so boring that you want to ABHOR it, you might just fall asleep and snore!
Visual Association
🤢A person dramatically gagging at the sight of a rotten food item.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “abhor” mean on the GRE?
abhor (verb) means “To regard with disgust and hatred”. The activist abhorred the use of child labor and devoted her career to its eradication across global supply chains.
How to remember “abhor” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “abhor” sounds like “a bore”. If a lecture is so boring that you want to ABHOR it, you might just fall asleep and snore!
What are synonyms for “abhor”?
Common synonyms: despise, hate, loathe.