The difference between Abominable and Detestable

When used as adjectives, abominable means worthy of, or causing, abhorrence, as a thing of evil omen, whereas detestable means stimulating disgust or detestation.

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  1. Abominable as an adjective:

    Worthy of, or causing, abhorrence, as a thing of evil omen; odious in the utmost degree; very hateful; detestable; loathsome; execrable.

  2. Abominable as an adjective (obsolete):

    Excessive, large .

  3. Abominable as an adjective:

    Very bad or inferior.

  4. Abominable as an adjective:

    Disagreeable or unpleasant.

  1. Detestable as an adjective:

    Stimulating disgust or detestation; offensive; shocking.

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