Detestableness

/dɪˈtɛstəbəlnəs/ noun

Definition

The state or quality of being extremely dislikable, hateful, or worthy of strong disapproval.

Etymology

From 'detestable' (worthy of hatred) plus '-ness' to form a noun. Alternative form of 'detestability' from Latin 'detestari' (to curse).

Kelly Says

While 'detestability' is the fancy academic version, 'detestableness' sounds more natural in everyday speech—yet both mean exactly the same thing!

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