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revolting Synonyms

Another word for revolting

Choosing another word for revolting depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Causing intense disgust or revulsion; extremely unpleasant or offensive.

Usage Example

"The neglected refrigerator gave off a disgusting odor that filled the entire kitchen."

Strongest
disgusting
repulsive
sickening
nauseating
repugnant
Strong
loathsome
vile
foul
abhorrent
detestable

• verb (Context 2)

To rise in rebellion or engage in an uprising against an established authority or ruler (present participle of revolt).

Usage Example

"The historical chronicle describes how the peasants were rebelling against the heavy taxes imposed by the crown."

Strongest
rebelling
rising up
mutinying
Strong
rioting

Opposites of revolting

The opposite of revolting shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

obeying
delightful
appealing
submitting
pleasant
complying
appetizing
yielding
See all opposites of revolting

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Revolting. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/revolting
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