Used in a Sentence

detestation

How to use detestation in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for detestation.

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My detestation of observing penny-litter is of sufficient intensity that I would pay you a penny to pick up a penny.

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Quick take

hate coupled with disgust

Meaning at a glance

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noun

hate coupled with disgust

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for detestation.

Example sentences

1

My detestation of observing penny-litter is of sufficient intensity that I would pay you a penny to pick up a penny.

2

It's amazing to me how revered the PayPal mafia is and continues to be despite all the detestation that continues to be heaped up PayPay, the company.

3

Originally, to be cynical meant to do the right thing in spite of a knowing detestation for human political machinations and moral weakness.

Frequently asked questions

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How do you use detestation in a sentence?

My detestation of observing penny-litter is of sufficient intensity that I would pay you a penny to pick up a penny.

What does detestation mean?

hate coupled with disgust

What part of speech is detestation?

detestation is commonly used as noun.