noun
- things that cause disgust or hatred; detestable or loathsome things
- things considered sinful or morally wrong, especially in religious contexts
Usage: plural form of abomination
Usage: religious usage; plural form of abomination
Examples
- The war crimes were considered abominations by the international community.
- Many religious texts list various acts as abominations in the eyes of God.
- The polluted river and its dead fish were environmental abominations.
- He called the new building designs architectural abominations.
- The dictator’s policies were abominations that violated human rights.
- Ancient texts often described certain foods as abominations to be avoided.
- The cruel treatment of prisoners was among the worst abominations of the regime.