The difference between Detestable and Loathsome

When used as adjectives, detestable means stimulating disgust or detestation, whereas loathsome means highly offensive.


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  1. Detestable as an adjective:

    Stimulating disgust or detestation; offensive; shocking.

  1. Loathsome as an adjective:

    Highly offensive; abominable, sickening.

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