abhorrent

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

His abhorrent behavior is sadly too common across the restaurant industry, from the finest dining to the humblest street stalls.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

“Richard believes that Epstein’s actions were abhorrent and supports the right to justice for his many victims,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

Sir Keir said he had been unaware of the "absolutely abhorrent" posts, which Mr Abd El Fattah has since apologised for, and that the government was reviewing the "information failures in this case".

From BBC • Jan. 2, 2026

The UK foreign ministry condemned Abdel Fattah's earlier posts on Sunday, describing them as "abhorrent" in a statement.

From Barron's • Dec. 29, 2025

Apartheid is, in my view, as abhorrent as anti- Semitism.

From "Night" by Elie Wiesel