Ekel
Ekel is a German noun that denotes a strong feeling of aversion or revulsion toward something regarded as offensive, repugnant, or morally objectionable. It can refer to a visceral reaction as well as to a judgment about moral or social propriety. The word is used in everyday speech and in academic contexts, often in phrases like vor Ekel erstarren (to freeze with disgust) or sich vor etwas ekeln (to be disgusted by something). The related verb ekeln means to cause or experience disgust; the adjective ekelhaft or ekelig describes something as disgusting.
Etymology: The origin of Ekel is not fully established; it is attested in Middle High German and
Usage: In everyday language, Ekel refers to both physical aversion (disgust at rotten food, foul odors) and
Psychology and culture: In psychology, disgust is considered a basic, evolutionarily conserved emotion with core aspects