fear and loathing
Terror and disgust
Fear and loathing is intense dread combined with disgust or revulsion.
The phrase gained currency from Hunter S.
Thompson's 1971 book *Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas*, and now evokes that gonzo style—drug-fueled excess, paranoia, and savage critique of American culture: Fear and loathing on the campaign trail.
Used more broadly for any situation mixing anxiety with contempt: The merger announcement sparked fear and loathing in both offices.
- aversionIntense dislike or repugnance
- dreadIntense anticipatory fear
- countercultureRejection of mainstream values
- disgustIntense physical aversion
- fight-or-flight responsePhysiological reaction to danger
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fear and loathingadoration
Profound loving regard
reverence · love · admiration · enthusiasm · enchantment
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Welcoming body language
warm reception · welcome · acceptance · approach · engagement
fear and loathingequanimity
Unshakable mental steadiness
tranquility · contentment · inner peace · composure · zen
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