DETEST

Etymology

Detest comes from the Middle French word détester, meaning 'to curse, to call God to witness and abhor.' The word detest has a strong connotation of intense hatred.

Definition

DETEST is a verb that describes feeling intense hatred or abhorrence towards someone or something. It is synonymous with hate and dislike intensely.

Historical Context

The word detest has been in use for centuries, reflecting the universal human experience of intense dislike or hatred towards certain individuals or things.

Cultural Significance

DETEST carries a strong emotional weight and is often used to express deep-seated animosity or repulsion. In literature and art, the theme of detesting someone or something is a common motif that explores the darker aspects of human emotions.

Related Concepts

DETEST is closely related to hate, abhor, loathe, and despise, all of which convey strong negative feelings towards a person or object.

See Also

• Hate
• Abhor
• Loathe
• Despise