Definition of Detest

to deeply despise a person or thing

Examples of Detest in a sentence

If you really detest your ex-husband, you will stay away from him.  🔊

Janet’s parents detest her new boyfriend because he has a very bad reputation.  🔊

Because I had to sit at a table with someone I detest, I did not enjoy the holiday banquet.  🔊

The animal activists detest people who purchase fur coats.  🔊

Since my sister and her husband detest wasteful spending, they debate the value of every purchase they make.  🔊

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