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hateful
[/ˈheɪtfəl/]
adjective
odioso
1.
Expressing or feeling intense dislike or contempt
He gave her a hateful look.
Ele lançou um olhar odioso para ela.
2.
Causing or deserving hate; abominable or repugnant
Hateful behavior is never acceptable.
Comportamento odioso nunca é aceitável.
3.
Filled with or motivated by hate
The hateful speech divided the community.
O discurso cheio de ódio dividiu a comunidade.
Synonyms
detestable
abominable
repugnant
contemptible
despicable
Antonyms
lovable
pleasant
admirable
likeable
endearing
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
odioso
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
odioso
Standard usage
São Paulo
odioso
Standard usage; sometimes 'detestável' in formal contexts
Portugal
odioso
Standard usage; 'detestável' also common in formal register
Related Idioms & Phrases
hateful speech
a hateful glance
hateful conduct
spread hateful messages
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