Definition

Deserving to be hated or disliked; very unpleasant or offensive.

Example

Some people find the idea of cheating in games to be hatable.

Conversation

Did you see that new reality show?

Yeah, the characters are really hatable this season.

I couldn't believe how rude they were to each other.

I know! It's almost like they want us to dislike them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hatable → It is formed from "hate" (from Old English "hatian", meaning to dislike or detest) and "-able" (meaning capable of being). The word "hatable" means capable of being hated or deserving of hate.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'hate' and remember that 'hatable' describes something that can be hated.

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