detestably

In loathsome fashion

In a manner deserving hatred or intense dislike.

Someone who behaves detestably acts in a way that provokes disgust or moral revulsion: He treated his employees detestably.

The word carries strong condemnation—not merely unpleasant but worthy of contempt.

disgust

revoltingly

In a repulsive way

vilely · foully · loathsomely · abhorrently · odiously · offensively · stomach-turningly · repellently · distastefully · grotesquely

moral

heinously

In an utterly wicked way

reprehensibly · unconscionably · atrociously · monstrously · shamefully · infamously · villainously · nefariously · wickedly · despicably

contempt

scornfully

With sneering contempt

sneeringly · mockingly · derisively · disparagingly · dismissively · condescendingly · haughtily · arrogantly · superciliously · patronizingly

Opposites
moral/ethical evaluation

detestablyadmirably

Deservingly of esteem

honorably · nobly · virtuously · commendably · laudably

emotional response evoked

detestablyadorably

In an endearing manner

delightfully · lovably · charmingly · endearingly · appealingly

Family

detestable

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