Dégoûté

Dégoûté is a French word that translates to disgusted or nauseated in English. It describes a strong feeling of revulsion or aversion, often triggered by something unpleasant, offensive, or morally repugnant. The term can refer to a physical reaction, such as feeling sick to one's stomach, or an emotional response of intense displeasure.

The feeling of dégoûté can arise from various stimuli. These might include sights, smells, tastes, or even ideas that are perceived as repulsive. For example, witnessing a disgusting act, smelling something foul, or encountering a morally objectionable situation could all elicit a sense of dégoûté. In a culinary context, it can describe a strong dislike for a particular food or flavor.

While often associated with physical revulsion, dégoûté can also extend to a more abstract sense of disgust. Someone might feel dégoûté by injustice, corruption, or cruelty, indicating a strong moral disapproval and a feeling of being repelled by such actions or behaviors. The intensity of the feeling can vary, from mild unease to profound loathing. The word captures a visceral and often involuntary reaction to something considered undesirable or offensive.