disgust
UK: dɪsˈɡʌst | US: dɪsˈɡʌst
n. a strong feeling of dislike or revulsion
vt. to cause someone to feel intense dislike or revulsion
disgust = dis<opposite of> + gust<taste>
- dis: A Latin prefix meaning "opposite of" or "not," often used to negate or reverse the meaning of the root word.
- gust: Derived from Latin gustus (taste), referring to the sense of taste or flavor. Over time, it evolved metaphorically to imply a strong reaction, often negative.
Etymology Origin:
The word "disgust" originated in the late 16th century from the French dégouter (to dislike, literally "to have a bad taste"), which itself came from Latin dis- (opposite) + gustus (taste). The original sense was tied to literal distaste for food, but it broadened to describe moral or emotional revulsion, reflecting how sensory experiences often shape abstract emotions.
The smell of rotten eggs filled the room, causing widespread disgust.
She couldn't hide her disgust at his rude behavior.
The graphic images in the documentary left viewers in disgust.
His hypocrisy disgusts everyone who knows him.
The idea of eating insects disgusts many people, though they are nutritious.