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execration

UK/.eksi'kreiʃәn/US
GREC2

Definitions

n.

An expression of strong hatred; a curse; deep loathing.

诅咒;强烈的憎恶。

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
ex-out of, former
+
ecrsacred, holy, consecrate, curse
+
-ationact, process, state
=execration

The noun of execrate: -ation turns the verb 'to curse' into 'the act of cursing' or 'a curse uttered.' Transparent derivative — see execrate for the ex- + ecr story.

Root sacr still carries 10 more words

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    His name became a byword for execration after the scandal.

Word Forms

Noun

Pluralexecrations
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