Pronunciation: [lˈə͡ʊð] (IPA) 
The word "loathe" is spelled with a silent "e" at the end. The IPA phonetic transcription for "loathe" is /loʊð/. The "l" is pronounced with a clear "L" sound, followed by the diphthong "oʊ" which is pronounced with an open "o" sound followed by a glide to an "uh" sound. The "th" in "loathe" is pronounced as an unvoiced sound made by pushing air through the teeth, and the final letter "e" is silent and not pronounced.
Loathe is a verb that refers to an intense feeling of dislike, repulsion, or disgust towards someone or something. When one loathes someone or something, they feel a strong aversion or resentment towards them, often resulting in a deep sense of revulsion and the desire to avoid or distance themselves from the object of their loathing.
To loathe is to have an extreme distaste or abhorrence towards a person, an action, an idea, or an object. This sentiment is characterized by a strong emotional reaction that goes beyond a mere dislike or disagreement. It encompasses a visceral repugnance that may be triggered by a range of factors, such as immoral behavior, offensive qualities, or repulsive characteristics.
The term "loathe" implies a profound feeling of contempt and can be associated with strong negative emotions, including hatred or detestation. The intensity of loathing may lead to a desire to protest against or vehemently reject the person or thing in question. Loathing can also manifest itself in physical symptoms, such as nausea or palpitations, highlighting the depth of the aversion.
In summary, loathe describes an intense and visceral feeling of dislike or repulsion, often characterized by a strong aversion and a desire to distance oneself from the object of one's loathing. The word conveys a profound sense of contempt, abhorrence, and detestation.
To regard with mingled hatred and disgust; to feel disgust at, as at food or drink.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "loathe" derives from the Old English word "lathian", which means "to hate, to be disgusted". This Old English word can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic root word "*lēthōną", meaning "to dislike, to hate, to be angry". The word is also related to the Old High German word "lezzen" and the Old Norse word "hlytha", both of which carry a similar meaning. Over time, "lathian" evolved into "loathe" in Middle English, with its current spelling and pronunciation.
