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Abhorrent

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Definition: Adjective meaning vile, loathsome, disgusting. Something that would repel is abhorrent.
Pronunciation: ab-hor'-ent
Also Known As: Repulsive.
Common Misspellings: aborrent, abhorent, abhorrant
Examples: She scowled in disgust at the abhorrent deed.
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