disgust
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪsˈɡʌst/
KK: /dɪsˈɡʌst/
noun
Definition
A strong feeling of dislike or revulsion towards something that is considered offensive or unpleasant.
Example
She felt a deep disgust when she saw the mess in the kitchen.
Conversation
Did you see that video of the food challenge?
Yeah, it was so gross! I felt pure disgust watching it.
Exactly! I can't believe some people actually eat that stuff.
Right? It makes me wonder about their taste buds!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
revulsion
repulsion
aversion
Antonyms
delight
pleasure
enjoyment
transitive verb
Definition
To make someone feel strong dislike or revulsion.
Example
The smell of the rotten food disgusted her.
Tense Forms
Past: disgusted
Past Participle: disgusted
Conversation
Did you see that video of the food challenge?
Yeah, it really disgusted me!
I know, right? Who would even try to eat that?
Root Explanation
Disgust is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "gustare" (meaning to taste). The word originally described a strong aversion or distaste, as if something is being pushed away from the taste.
Memory Tip
Think of something that makes you feel 'apart' ('dis-') from a pleasant 'taste' ('gustare') — that's why disgust means a strong aversion.
Visually Confused Words
predisgust
distrust