Odious

Adjective

Definition: Deserving or causing hatred; hateful; detestable.

Synonyms: Repulsive, Loathsome, Abhorrent, Revolting

Antonyms: Likable, Pleasant, Attractive

Examples:
  • The dictator's odious actions led to widespread suffering.
  • The odor emanating from the garbage can was truly odious.
Mnemonics:
  • If something or someone is odious, they are so repulsive that you "O-die" (O-die-us)
  • Think of words like "offensive" and "obnoxious" to associate with odious.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "odious" comes from the Latin word "odiosus", meaning full of hatred or loathing.

Historical Usage:

The word has been in use since the late 16th century and has maintained its meaning of causing extreme dislike or repugnance throughout history.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"An odious person"

Explanation:

This phrase is commonly used to describe someone who is deeply disliked or reviled by others.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Using "odious" interchangeably with "ordinary" due to similar spelling.

Explanation:

The word "odious" should not be confused with "ordinary". "Odious" has a strong negative connotation, while "ordinary" simply means common or usual.

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