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Rareabhor
The correct spelling is abhor.
How to pronounce abhor
/əbˈhɔː(ɹ)/
verbIPA: /əbˈhɔː(ɹ)/
Say it like: Abh-or
The correct spelling is abhor. To regard with horror or detestation; to shrink back with shuddering from; to feel excessive repugnance toward; to detest to extremity; to loathe. For example: "I absolutely abhor being stuck in traffic jams"
Usage Examples
“I absolutely abhor being stuck in traffic jams”
Definition
verb
- 1.To regard with horror or detestation; to shrink back with shuddering from; to feel excessive repugnance toward; to detest to extremity; to loathe.
- 2.To fill with horror or disgust.
- 3.To turn aside or avoid; to keep away from; to reject.
- 4.(canon law) To protest against; to reject solemnly.
- 5.To shrink back with horror, disgust, or dislike; to be contrary or averse; construed with from.
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