loathe UK /ˈləʊð/US /ˈloʊð/ verb2 •To detest, hate, or revile (someone or something).I loathe scrubbing toilets.I absolutely loathe this place. •(no longer used) To induce or inspire disgust (in a person)How heartily he serves me! his face loathes one, But look upon his care, who would not love him? — 1622 formsloathed · loathedst · loathing · loathes · loatheth · loathest