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disgusted

adj. · v.
US //dɪsˈɡəstəd// UK //dɪsɡˈʌstɪd// dis·gust·ed
  1. 1 feeling strong dislike (adj.)
    B1 Intermediate

    feeling very unhappy or angry because something is gross, unfair, or wrong.

    experiencing a strong sense of revulsion or moral indignation. Often followed by the prepositions 'at', 'by', or 'with'.

    Example

    She was disgusted by the amount of trash left on the beach after the party.

    Example

    The public was thoroughly disgusted at the revelation that the company had been dumping toxic waste into the local river for years.
    Pitfall
    I was disgusting by the dirty kitchen.
    I was disgusted by the dirty kitchen.

    Use 'disgusted' to describe how you feel. Use 'disgusting' to describe the thing that makes you feel that way.

  2. 2 caused a feeling of revulsion (v.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    the past action of making someone feel sick or very angry.

    the past tense of the transitive verb meaning to provoke a strong feeling of revulsion or profound disapproval in others.

    Example

    The smell of the old milk disgusted him so much he had to leave the room.

    Example

    The blatant disregard for safety protocols disgusted the inspectors, who immediately ordered the facility to cease all operations.
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Last updated June 20, 2026