Detestable Synonyms and Antonyms

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Synonyms for Detestable

abominable
Worthy of, or causing, abhorrence, as a thing of evil omen; odious in the utmost degree; very hateful; detestable; loathsome; execrable. [first attested around 1150 to 1350]
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heinous
The definition of heinous is very evil or horrible.
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shabby
Showing much wear; ragged; threadbare
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despicable
Deserving of contempt or scorn; vile.
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foul
(--- Baseball) Outside the foul lines:
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offensive
Of, relating to, or designed for attack:
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hateful
Nasty, unpleasant, objectionable, etc.
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abhorrent
The definition of abhorrent is something that is disgusting or hated.
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contemptible
(Obsolete) Contemptuous.
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filthy
Very unpleasant or disagreeable.
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infamous
Causing infamy; disgraceful
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lousy
The definition of lousy is something poorly done, disgusting or gross.
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low
Despicable; lacking dignity; vulgar.
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mean
Ignoble; base:
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nasty
Mean or spiteful:
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nefarious
Very wicked; villainous; iniquitous
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obnoxious
(Originally) Exposed or liable to injury, evil, or harm
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odious
Extremely unpleasant; repulsive:
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repugnant
Arousing disgust or aversion; offensive or repulsive:
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rotten
The definition of rotten is someone or something extremely bad, corrupt, spoiled, unpleasant or decaying.
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vile
Morally low; base; despicable
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wretched
Characterized by or attended with misery or woe:
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execrable
The definition of execrable is something extremely unpleasant or poor quality.
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horrid
Causing a feeling of horror; terrible; revolting
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repulsive
Causing strong dislike or aversion; disgusting; offensive
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revolting
That which revolts or is repelling.
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shocking
Having an effect like that of a heavy blow or shock; staggering
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obscene
The definition of obscene is offensive, indecent or disgusting.
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antipathetic
Opposed in nature or character; antagonistic:
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Antonyms for Detestable

respected
loathsome, abominable
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likeable
Alternative spelling of likable.
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respectable
Fairly large in size, number, or amount
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admirable
Inspiring or deserving admiration or praise; excellent; splendid
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adorable
The definition of adorable is very charming or cute.
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cherished
Highly valued, having a high personal value.
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adored
loathsome, abominable
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prized
Highly valued, cherished.
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loveable
Alternative form of lovable.
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Words Related to Detestable

good
Well-behaved; obedient:
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damnable
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depraved
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impious
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  • Of the detestable Tiptoft he writes that there flowered in.

  • It's a totally compelling story, with a bunch of likeable characters and a truly detestable villain.

  • She had little beauty, no education or understanding, and few charms that his friends could discover, besides which she had a detestable mother, who was the bane of Rousseau's life.

  • Arundel was determined to extirpate the Lollards, and used his influence on the king to induce him to frame and pass through parliament the detestable statute De SMEuEeD.

  • As lieutenant of the Marches he was employed in settling disputes on the border, but used his power to instigate thieving and disorders, and is described by Cecil's correspondents as "as naughty a man as liveth and much given to the most detestable vices," "as false as a devil," "one that the godly of this whole nation hath a cause to curse for ever."

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