abstoßend
disgusting · repulsive
So unangenehm oder eklig, dass man weg will oder etwas nicht mögen kann.
The German word "abstoßend" is an adjective that means "repellent," "off-putting," or "revolting." It stems from the verb "abstoßen," which translates to “to repel” or "to push away." When something is "abstoßend," it provokes a strong negative reaction, such as disgust or aversion.
Words with a similar meaning to "abstoßend" in German include "ekelhaft" (disgusting), "widerwärtig" (odious), and "abscheulich" (abhorrent).
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Examples
Ich finde diesen Film abstoßend.adjective
I find this movie disgusting.
Viele Menschen finden das Verhalten abstoßend.adjective
Many people find the behavior repulsive.
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