loathe
/ˈləʊð/
Group 7Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To feel intense dislike or disgust for GRE
Example in Context
The author loathed the film adaptation of her novel, calling it a shallow distortion of the themes she had spent years developing.
Synonyms
hatedetestdespise
Etymology
To feel intense dislike — a strong aversion to something.
- lathian (Old English) — to hate
Memory Aid
👎Sounds like “loathe”
Imagine a giant LOATHING a pile of stinky socks, holding his nose and fainting — that's how much he LOATHES them!
Visual Association
🤢A person dramatically gagging at the sight of a repulsive dish, embodying an extreme dislike.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “loathe” mean on the GRE?
loathe (verb) means “To feel intense dislike or disgust for”. The author loathed the film adaptation of her novel, calling it a shallow distortion of the themes she had spent years developing.
How to remember “loathe” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “loathe” sounds like “loathe”. Imagine a giant LOATHING a pile of stinky socks, holding his nose and fainting — that's how much he LOATHES them!
What are synonyms for “loathe”?
Common synonyms: hate, detest, despise.