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Meaning of the word detest in English

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detest

US /dɪˈtest/

UK /dɪˈtest/

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Verb

dislike intensely

Example:

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I absolutely detest liars.

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She detests having to wake up early.

Synonym:

abhor hate loathe despise execrate

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Related Word:

detestable detestation