Disgusting Definition & Meaning

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Synonyms disgusting American [dis-guhs-ting, dih-skuhs-] / dɪsˈgʌs tɪŋ, dɪˈskʌs- /

adjective

1. causing disgust; offensive to the physical, moral, or aesthetic taste.

   Synonyms: detestable, abhorrent, repugnant, revolting, repulsive, nauseous, sickening, loathsome

disgusting British / dɪsˈɡʌstɪŋ /

adjective

1. Also (rare): disgustful. loathsome; repugnant

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Other Word Forms

• disgustingly adjective
• disgustingness noun

Etymology

Origin of disgusting

First recorded in 1745–55; disgust + -ing 2

Example Sentences

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“As a woman, this is really disgusting to see. Not to mention, it brings dishonor on the House of Representatives.”

From Salon

Boyd testified that he regretted some of the “disgusting” things he said in the recorded calls, which were made the week after the shooting.

From The Wall Street Journal

"It's disgusting. What's happened tonight is a disgrace for football. It's ruined the night for the team," he said.

From Barron's

Jonah thought Chip needed a sister of his own, so he’d know how stupid and disgusting it all was.

From Literature

Not just because my throat was hurting, but because cucumbers are disgusting.

From Literature

Related Words

• abominable
• awful
• creepy
• distasteful
• gruesome
• hateful
• horrific
• loathsome
• nasty
• objectionable
• obnoxious
• odious
• outrageous
• repugnant
• scandalous
• shameless
• shocking
• vile
• vulgar

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