Detesting refers to a strong feeling of dislike or hatred towards something. There are various synonyms available to the word detesting such as loathing, abhorring, despising, hating, disliking, detesting and abominating. "Loathing" is used in situations where a strong feeling of disgust or aversion is present. Similarly, "abhorring" is used to express extreme hatred or detestation. "Despising" is used to imply that a person or thing is regarded as unworthy of respect or consideration. "Hating" is a general term used to describe intense dislike or hostility, while "disliking," "detesting" and "abominating" emphasize a strong aversion or repulsion towards something. All these synonyms do not mean the same, but they convey a similar sentiment- intense dislike or hatred towards something.