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The definition of abhorrent is something that is disgusting or hated.

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An example of an abhorrent action would be the way a vegetarian feels about eating meat.

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See abhorrent in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

causing disgust, hatred, etc.; detestable: an abhorrent crime
feeling abhorrence
opposed or contrary (to): abhorrent to his principles

Origin: L abhorrens, prp. of abhorrere, abhor

Related Forms:

abhorrently adverb

See abhorrent in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Disgusting, loathsome, or repellent.
Feeling repugnance or loathing.
Archaic Being strongly opposed.

Related Forms:

ab·horˈrent·ly adverb

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