odium

Meanings

• noun

  A feeling of deep hatred or aversion.

  - "The dictator's odium towards his enemies was legendary."
  - "The odium of the betrayed lover was unbearable."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈəʊ.di.əm/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with odium
mode , ode , road , code

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Variants

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odium , odiums

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Etymology

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From Latin odium, hate, hatred.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'odium' is related to the English word 'odious', which means inspiring hatred or aversion.

2. In ancient Rome, it was customary for citizens to cast a 'pomerium' stone into the Tiber River as a symbol of their hatred towards an enemy.

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Related Concepts

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1. hatred: A strong feeling of dislike or hostility towards someone or something.

2. aversion: An intense dislike or disinclination towards something.

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Culture

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In literature, odium is often used to describe intense feelings of hatred or aversion. In art, it can be represented through symbolic imagery, such as snakes or fire. In music, it can be expressed through heavy, intense sounds.

How to Memorize "odium"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a deep, burning feeling of hatred in your heart.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with a deep, red color.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'odium' comes from the Latin word for hate.

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