Definition

Feeling a strong sense of dislike or revulsion towards something.

Example

She was disgusted by the smell of the garbage.

Conversation

I was really disgusted by that movie we watched last night.

Yeah, it had some pretty gross scenes.

I didn't expect it to be so intense and disgusted me at times.

Same here! I almost wanted to look away.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Disgusted → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "gustare" (meaning to taste). The word "disgusted" describes a strong feeling of aversion or repulsion, as if something is distasteful or unpleasant to the senses.

Memory Tip

Think of something that makes you feel 'away' ('dis-') from a 'taste' ('gustare') — that's why you feel disgusted.

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