disgusting
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disgusting
Extremely unpleasant and causing disgust or revulsion. It can refer to smells, sights, but also to morally reprehensible behavior.
Sein Verhalten den Kollegen gegenüber war einfach nur widerwärtig.
His behavior toward his colleagues was simply disgusting.
The prefix 'wider-' means 'against' or expresses an opposition. Something 'widerwärtig' (disgusting) is therefore something that goes 'against' one's own feelings or moral ideas and causes disgust.
Die Zustände in der Wohnung waren einfach widerwärtig.
The conditions in the apartment were simply disgusting.
'Widerwärtig' (disgusting) is a very strong adjective that expresses deep disgust or moral revulsion. It is used more in written language or in strong emotional statements, not for a simple dislike.
Er hat eine widerwärtige Bemerkung gemacht, die alle schockiert hat.
He made a disgusting remark that shocked everyone.
The adjective often describes abstract things such as 'Verhalten' (behavior), 'Gedanken' (thoughts), or 'Verbrechen' (crimes). But it can also be used for concrete sensory impressions such as a 'Geruch' (smell) or an 'Anblick' (sight).
Der widerwärtige Geruch kam aus dem Mülleimer.
The disgusting smell came from the trash can.
pleasant
'angenehm' and 'widerwärtig' both describe an effect on feelings or the senses, but in opposite directions. 'angenehm' means that something feels good or comes across as friendly. 'widerwärtig' means that something causes disgust or strong aversion. This can be a smell, a sight, or even bad behavior. 'widerwärtig' is clearly stronger than simply 'unangenehm' (unpleasant).
Der widerwärtige Geschmack der verdorbenen Milch blieb lange im Mund.
The disgusting taste of the spoiled milk stayed in my mouth for a long time.
Die neue Nachbarin ist sehr angenehm und grüßt immer freundlich.
The new neighbor is very pleasant and always greets everyone in a friendly way.