B1adjectiveemotionsfood
US/dɪsˈɡʌs.tɪŋ/
UK/dɪsˈɡʌs.tɪŋ/
very unpleasant, making you feel sick or very angry
In context
The smell coming from the kitchen was disgusting.
I think it is disgusting that he never washes his hands.
The soup tasted disgusting, so I left most of it.
Words that go with disgusting
adverb + adjective
- absolutely disgustingThe toilets were absolutely disgusting.
- truly disgustingHis behavior was truly disgusting.
adjective + noun
- disgusting smellThere was a disgusting smell in the room.
- disgusting messThe kitchen was a disgusting mess.
- disgusting tasteThe medicine has a disgusting taste.
- disgusting habitBiting your nails is a disgusting habit.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I am disgusting with this food.Correct: I am disgusted by this food.