Search Dictionary
Definition of detestable

detestable

/dɪˈtɛstəbəl/
de · test · a · ble
Adverb:detestably
JUMP TO:

detestable Lexical Profile

detestable Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Deserving intense dislike, hatred, or moral condemnation.

Example

"The committee condemned the fraudulent scheme as a detestable betrayal of public trust."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for detestable
Antonyms
View all antonyms for detestable

• Rhymes for detestable

• Nearby Words

deterrent
deterrer
detest
detestable
detestably
dethrone
dethronement

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French detestable and directly from Latin detestabilis ('execrable, abominable'), derived from detestari ('to curse while calling the gods to witness').

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Detestable. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/detestable
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.