be detested

[bi dɪˈtɛstɪd]
verb phrase
ser detestado(a)
1. to be intensely disliked or hated by someone or a group
He was detested by his colleagues for his arrogant behavior.
Ele era detestado pelos seus colegas por seu comportamento arrogante.
2. to be the object of strong aversion or disgust
The dictator was detested throughout the nation.
O ditador era detestado em toda a nação.
In both Brazilian and American English contexts, 'be detested' expresses a strong emotional reaction more intense than simple dislike. It is commonly used in historical, political, and personal narratives to convey deep disapproval or revulsion. The term maintains formal and literary connotations in Portuguese.
NYC Slang
be hated on; get dissed
Synonyms / Sinônimos
be hatedbe despisedbe loathedbe abhorredbe execrated
Antonyms / Antônimos
be lovedbe adoredbe cherishedbe admiredbe revered

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
ser detestado(a)
standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
ser detestado(a); ser odiado(a)
both forms commonly used
São Paulo
ser detestado(a)
formal and informal contexts
Portugal
ser detestado(a)
identical usage to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

detestdetestabledetestationabhorloathedespise

Related Idioms & Phrases

be the object of hatred
be universally despised
be thoroughly disliked
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