revolting

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An act or situation that's revolting can shock or disgust us. Something that smells really bad could be considered revolting.

When we say something is revolting, we often mean it's gross or makes us feel sick to our stomachs. Imagine walking into a dumpster behind a restaurant and seeing rotting food - that would be revolting. Or think about watching a video of someone eating with their mouth open - it can be pretty disgusting! But the word "revolting" isn't just for strong smells or bad tastes, it's also used to describe actions or behaviors that are cruel, unfair, or make us feel uneasy. For example, if we hear about some injustice in a country where people are treated unfairly, that could be considered revolting too.

Note: As an adjective, "revolting" can also mean causing someone to rebel or rise up against authority. This usage is less common and typically found in more formal or historical contexts.

How common is "revolting"?

Word revolting is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.

Definitions

verb

To rebel, particularly against authority.
Example: The farmers had to revolt against the government to get what they deserved.
To repel greatly.
Example: Your brother revolts me!
To cause to turn back; to roll or drive back; to put to flight.
To be disgusted, shocked, or grossly offended; hence, to feel nausea; used with at.
Example: The stomach revolts at such food; his nature revolts at cruelty.
To turn away; to abandon or reject something; specifically, to turn away, or shrink, with abhorrence.