Detest
/dɪˈtɛst/noun
To dislike intensely; to loathe.
Did you know?The word 'detest' comes from a Latin phrase meaning 'to bear witness against,' hinting at a deep connection with condemnation and rejection in human relationships.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
detestari
“To call down evil upon, to bear witness against.”
Old French
Old French
deteindre
“To express hatred or strong disapproval.”
14th Century
Middle English
detesten
“To strongly dislike or condemn.”
Modern English
English
detest
“To feel intense aversion or loathing.”