abominate etymology

Etymology of Abominate

Abominate originates from the Latin word abominatus, the past participle of the verb abominari.

Abominari is derived from the following roots:

• ab-, meaning "away from" or "against"
• ominari, meaning "to foretell" or "to predict"

Meaning of Abominate

Abominate means to:

• Detest or loathe intensely
• Regard with extreme disgust or aversion

Origin of Abominate

The word abominate has been used in English since the 14th century. It was initially employed in a religious context to describe the abhorrence of something considered sinful or evil. Over time, its usage expanded to encompass extreme aversion and loathing in general.

Examples of Usage

• "I abominate the thought of violence."
• "Their cruelty is abominable."
• "The stench of garbage abominates me."

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