What does LOATH mean?

Definition of Loath

Parts of Speech: adjective

Definition: unwilling or reluctant to do something; averse.

Pronunciations: US: /lōTH/ | UK: /ləʊθ/

Origin and Usage: The word "loath" can be traced back to Middle English, where it was spelled "loth." It comes from the Old English word "lāth," which means "hateful" or "odious." The word has been in use since the 14th century and has remained a common word in the English language.

Synonyms: reluctant, unwilling, disinclined, averse, hesitant, resistant, opposed, antipathetic, unenthusiastic, unprepared, unready.

Related Words: loath, lathe, hotel, helot, haole.

Example Sentences:

• She was loath to leave her comfortable bed on a cold morning.
• The idea of public speaking made him loath to accept the invitation.
• He was loath to admit that he was wrong.
• She was loath to give up her independence.
• The team was loath to accept defeat.