Hellish and Loathsome

Hellish

Hellish adjective - Extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell.

Loathsome and hellish are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Loathsome" instead an adjective "Hellish".

Nearby Words: hell, hellishly

Loathsome

Loathsome adjective - Causing intense displeasure, disgust, or resentment.

Hellish and loathsome are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hellish" instead an adjective "Loathsome".

Nearby Words: loath, loathed
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