abomination
word
Definition
Something that is hated or strongly disliked because it is morally wrong, offensive, or disgusting.
Usage & Nuances
'Abomination' is a strong, formal, and often emotional term. Common in religious, historical, or moral discussions. Rare in everyday speech; 'disgusting' or 'horrible' are used more casually. Implies deep moral or cultural rejection.
Spanish: abominaciónPortuguese (BR): abominaçãoPortuguese (PT): abominaçãoChinese (Simplified): 可憎的事物 - 憎恶Chinese (Traditional): 可憎的事物 - 憎惡Hindi: घिनौनी वस्तु - घोर अपमान (धर्म या नैतिकता के context में)Arabic: رجس - شيء بغيض للغايةBengali: জঘন্যতা - ঘৃণিত বিষয়Russian: мерзость - отвратительная вещьJapanese: 忌まわしいもの - 嫌悪すべき存在Vietnamese: sự ghê tởm - điều ghê tởmKorean: 혐오스러운 것 - 증오받는 것Turkish: iğrençlik - tiksinç şeyUrdu: مکروہ چیز - نفرت انگیز چیزIndonesian: kejijikan - hal yang menjijikkan
Example Sentences
The ancient text describes theft as an abomination.
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He treats lying as an abomination.
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Many people saw the polluted river as an abomination to nature.
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Some critics called the new building design an architectural abomination.
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"Pineapple on pizza? What an abomination!" he joked.
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Littering in the park is considered an abomination by many people.
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