Definition

Causing a strong feeling of dislike or disgust.

Example

The loathful smell from the garbage made everyone feel sick.

Conversation

Did you see that new horror movie last night?

Yeah, I did! Some scenes were really loathful.

I know, right? It was so disturbing that I couldn't sleep afterward.

Same here! I really regretted watching it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Loathful is formed from "loath" (from Old English "lath", meaning reluctant or unwilling) and the suffix "-ful" (meaning full of). The word "loathful" means full of reluctance or unwillingness.

Memory Tip

Think of feeling 'reluctant' ('loath') and being 'full of' that feeling ('-ful'). This helps you remember that 'loathful' describes someone who is very unwilling.

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