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/dɪsˈɡʊstɪŋ/ · dis·gus·ting
verb
  1. To cause an intense dislike for something. It disgusts me to see her chew with her mouth open.
  2. To cause a feeling of nausea or revulsion. The smell of rotten food disgusts me.
adjective
  1. Causing disgust; repulsive; distasteful. The disgusting smell in the dumpster was overwhelming.
  2. Unpleasant or unappealing. The disgusting weather made it hard to go outside.
Did you know? The word 'disgusting' has been used in various forms of media, including literature and film, to describe situations that evoke strong feelings of revulsion or disgust.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026