Cool MateMeaning of Detest
To feel strong aversion or dislike for something.
In simple words: To hate something very much.
Detest in a sentence
- I detest waiting in long lines at the grocery store.
- She detests the idea of going to that party.
- Many students detest waking up early for school.
- He openly detests the new policy at work.
- They detest the smell of spoiled food.
How to use Detest
Use in formal and neutral contexts. Avoid in casual conversations; it may sound too strong for minor dislikes.
Grammar pattern
detest + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'the test' - imagine a test you absolutely hate.
Related words
Collocations with Detest
- detest doing something
- detest the idea
- detest with a passion
Opposites of Detest
Common mistakes with Detest
- Confusing with 'dislike' which is less intense.
- Incorrect use with gerunds (e.g., 'detest to swim' is wrong).
Detest appears in
Detest in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يكره
أن يكره شيئًا كثيرًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ঘৃণা করা
কোনো কিছুকে খুব বেশি ঘৃণা করা।
- GermanDeutsch
verabscheuen
Etwas sehr hassen.
- SpanishEspañol
Detestar
Odiar algo mucho.
- Persianفارسی
نفرین کردن، متنفر بودن
خیلی از چیزی بدت بیاد.
- FrenchFrançais
Détester
Haire quelque chose énormément.
- Hindiहिन्दी
घृणा करना
किसी चीज़ से बहुत नफ़रत करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Detest
Odiazione profonda per qualcosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Detestar
Odiar muito alguma coisa.
- RussianРусский
Ненавидеть
Очень сильно ненавидеть что-то.
- Urduاردو
نفرت داشتن
کسی چیز سے بہت زیادہ نفرت کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
厌恶
非常讨厌某事。
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Frequently asked questions about Detest
What does Detest mean?
To hate something very much.
What is the definition of Detest?
To feel strong aversion or dislike for something.
How do you use Detest in a sentence?
I detest waiting in long lines at the grocery store.
Can you give another example of Detest?
She detests the idea of going to that party.
What are synonyms for Detest?
Common alternatives include hate, loathe, despise, abhor, resent.
What is the opposite of Detest?
Opposite meanings include love, admire, appreciate.
What words go with Detest?
It commonly pairs with detest doing something, detest the idea, detest with a passion.
What are common mistakes when using Detest?
Confusing with 'dislike' which is less intense. Incorrect use with gerunds (e.g., 'detest to swim' is wrong).
How do you pronounce Detest?
US: //dɪˈtɛst//, UK: //dɪˈtɛst//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Detest?
Use in formal and neutral contexts. Avoid in casual conversations; it may sound too strong for minor dislikes.
What CEFR level is Detest?
"Detest" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.