loathings
|loath-ing|
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/ˈloʊðɪŋz/
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/ˈləʊðɪŋz/
(loathing)
intense dislike
Etymology
Etymology Information
'loathing' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'lāth' (also spelled 'lath' or 'lǣth'), where 'lāth' meant 'hostile, unwilling, loathsome'.
Historical Evolution
'loathing' changed through Middle English forms such as 'loth'/'lothen' and the verb 'loathe', eventually becoming the modern English noun 'loathing' (with plural 'loathings').
Meaning Changes
Initially it meant 'hostile' or 'reluctant/unwilling', but over time it evolved into the current meaning of 'intense dislike or disgust'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural of 'loathing': feelings of intense dislike or disgust; strong aversions.
Her loathings toward dishonesty were obvious.
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Last updated: 2025/09/02 11:25