Definition

Causing a strong feeling of dislike or revulsion; something that is very unpleasant or offensive.

Example

The food was so spoiled that it had a disgusting smell.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see that new food truck downtown?

Yeah, I checked it out, but the menu looked disgusting.

I thought so too! Who would want to eat fried insects?

Right? That's definitely not my idea of a good meal.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Disgusting → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "gustare" (meaning to taste). The word "disgusting" refers to something that is so unpleasant to taste or experience that it drives one away from it.

Memory Tip

Think of something that makes you want to move 'away' ('dis-') from a 'taste' ('gustare') because it is unpleasant.

Visually Confused Words