How to Pronounce Detested

To pronounce "detested", say DET-est-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

DET-est-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “detested”

"detested" has 3 syllables: det-est-ed. It rhymes with manifested and attested, if that helps it stick.

What does detested mean?

verb

  1. To dislike intensely; to loathe.
  2. To witness against; to denounce; to condemn.

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Words that rhyme with detested

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manifestedattestedsuggestedrequestedvestedcongestedwrestedjestedbestedtestedcontestedinfested

Related words

despisedhatedscornedunlovedabhorrentappallingdeplorabledespicable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "detested"?▾

"Detested" has 3 syllables: det · est · ed.

What does "detested" mean?▾

Detested: To dislike intensely; to loathe.

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