odraza

Odr a za is a Polish noun meaning a strong feeling of disgust or revulsion toward something perceived as repugnant, morally troubling, or distressing. It captures emotional and moral dimensions of dislike that go beyond ordinary displeasure. In English-language contexts, odraza is typically translated as disgust or revulsion, though Polish usage often emphasizes moral or aesthetic judgment as well as sensory reaction.

The word derives from the Polish verb odrażać, "to repel" or "to disgust." Odraza is a feminine noun; related forms include odrażać (to repel/disgust) and odrażający (disgusting, repellent).

Usage and nuance: Odraza appears in literature, journalism, and everyday speech to describe reactions to acts, sights, or ideas considered morally wrong, grotesque, or unpalatable. The term can denote personal revulsion or collective condemnation and is often used in discussions of ethics, aesthetics, or public health.

See also: disgust; revulsion; abhorrence; wstręt (Polish synonym).