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Disgusto

Meaning: Actually means 'displeasure', 'upset', or 'trouble'. For disgust (revulsion), say asco.

Looks like: Disgust

Origin: From Latin gustus, 'taste'; Spanish settled on a sour mood rather than physical revulsion.

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