disgust Definition
- 1a feeling of revulsion or profound disapproval aroused by something unpleasant or offensive
- 2cause (someone) to feel revulsion, profound disapproval, or nausea
Using disgust: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "disgust" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The smell of rotten eggs disgusts me.
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I am disgusted by his behavior.
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The thought of eating snails disgusts her.
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The sight of blood disgusts some people.
disgust Synonyms and Antonyms
Idioms Using disgust
make one's skin crawl
to cause an intense feeling of disgust or revulsion
Example
The thought of touching a spider makes my skin crawl.
turn one's stomach
to cause nausea or disgust
Example
The smell of spoiled milk turns my stomach.
leave a bad taste in one's mouth
to cause a lingering feeling of disgust or dissatisfaction
Example
The company's unethical practices left a bad taste in my mouth.
Phrases with disgust
feel disgust
to experience the feeling of revulsion or profound disapproval
Example
I felt disgust when I saw the condition of the kitchen.
disgusted with
feeling a strong dislike or disapproval of someone or something
Example
She was disgusted with herself for giving up so easily.
disgusted by
feeling a strong dislike or disapproval of someone or something
Example
He was disgusted by the way they treated their employees.
Origins of disgust
from Old French 'desgouster', meaning 'lose one's appetite'
Summary: disgust in Brief
The term 'disgust' [dɪsˈɡʌst] refers to a feeling of revulsion or profound disapproval aroused by something unpleasant or offensive. It can be caused by various stimuli, such as smells, sights, or behaviors, and is often accompanied by nausea or physical discomfort. Examples include 'The smell of rotten eggs disgusts me.' and 'I am disgusted by his behavior.' Idioms like 'make one's skin crawl' and 'turn one's stomach' describe the intensity of this feeling.
