Associations to the word «Abhorrence»

Wiktionary

ABHORRENCE, noun. Extreme aversion or detestation; the feeling of utter dislike or loathing. [Mid 17th century.]
ABHORRENCE, noun. (obsolete) (historical) An expression of abhorrence, in particular any of the parliamentary addresses dictated towards Charles II. [Late 17th century.]
ABHORRENCE, noun. A person or thing that is loathsome; a detested thing. [Mid 18th century.]

Dictionary definition

ABHORRENCE, noun. Hate coupled with disgust.

Wise words

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