Definition

In a way that causes strong feelings of disgust or dislike.

Example

The food was revoltingly spoiled, making it impossible to eat.

Conversation

Did you see that new food review?

Yeah, the way they described the dish was revoltingly unappetizing!

I know, right? It made me lose my appetite just reading it.

Same here! I can't believe anyone would actually eat that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Revoltingly → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "voltere" (meaning to turn). The suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner) indicates the manner of the action. The word "revoltingly" means in a manner that turns one away again, or in a disgustingly offensive way.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'turns away' ('voltere') from you again ('re-') — that's why revoltingly means something that is disgustingly offensive.

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