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What are some other words for disgusting?

Here are some other words for "disgusting," categorized by intensity and connotation:

Mild:

* Unpleasant: Suggests something that is simply not enjoyable or agreeable.

* Repulsive: Causes a feeling of aversion or dislike.

* Offensive: Insults or offends one's sensibilities.

* Nauseating: Causes a feeling of nausea or sickness.

* Unsavory: Suggests something that is morally or ethically questionable.

* Unpalatable: Refers to something that is not agreeable to the taste or mind.

Moderate:

* Loathsome: Causes intense aversion or disgust.

* Abhorrent: Strongly disliked or detested.

* Repugnant: Causes revulsion or disgust.

* Appalling: Causes shock or horror.

* Revolting: Causes a feeling of disgust or nausea.

Strong:

* Abominable: Despicable or hateful.

* Deplorable: Deserving strong condemnation.

* Execrable: Extremely bad or unpleasant.

* Grotesque: Disturbingly ugly or distorted.

* Hideous: Extremely ugly or repulsive.

* Odious: Extremely hateful or unpleasant.

* Scornful: Expressing or feeling contempt or disdain.

Informal:

* Yucky: Used to express a feeling of disgust or aversion.

* Gross: Used to express strong disgust.

* Ugh: An expression of disgust or aversion.

* Eww: A more informal version of "ugh".

* Sickening: Used to express a feeling of disgust or nausea.

* Creepy: Used to describe something that is unsettling or frightening.

The best word to use will depend on the specific context and the intensity of the feeling you want to convey.

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