odiously

Thân thiện

He spoke odiously to his colleague during the meeting.

Definition

1. Adverb:
   • In a manner that is extremely unpleasant, offensive, or repulsive, arousing strong dislike or disgust.

Usage

The adverb "odiously" is used to modify a verb, describing how an action is performed. It emphasizes that the action or behavior is hateful, repugnant, or morally offensive.

Examples

• The dictator spoke odiously about minority groups, spreading hatred.
• She behaved odiously towards the waitstaff, embarrassing everyone at the table.
• The character in the novel is odiously arrogant, making him utterly detestable.

Advanced Usage

• "odiously familiar": Used to describe something that is unpleasantly and regrettably well-known or recognizable.
  • The politician's corrupt tactics were odiously familiar to the veteran journalists.

Variants and Related Words

• Odious (adjective): Deserving or causing hatred; repulsive.
  • His odious comments were condemned by all.
• Odiousness (noun): The quality of being odious.
  • The odiousness of the crime shocked the community.

Synonyms

• Abominably: In a very bad or unpleasant way; terribly.
• Detestably: In a manner deserving intense dislike.
• Repulsively: In a way that causes intense distaste or aversion.
• Offensively: In a manner that causes resentment or disgust.

Antonyms

• Admirably: In a way that deserves respect or approval.
• Pleasantly: In an enjoyable or agreeable manner.
• Charmingly: In a delightful or attractive way.

Notes on Meaning

"Odiously" conveys a strong moral judgment. It is not used for minor annoyances but for actions, behaviors, or qualities considered deeply offensive, hateful, or vile. It often implies a violation of ethical or social standards.

Học thuật

Adverb

1. in an offensive and hateful manner
   • I don't know anyone who could have behaved so abominably

Từ đồng nghĩa

• detestably
• repulsively
• abominably