Adjective

(en adjective)

Showing contempt; expressing disdain; showing a lack of respect.

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Adjective

(en adjective)

(archaic) Inconsistent with; far removed from; strongly opposed to, as, abhorrent thoughts.

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Contrary to; discordant.

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Abhorring; detesting; having or showing abhorrence; loathing.

Detestable or repugnant.

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