dislike
Americanverb (used with object)
noun
verb
noun
Related Words
Dislike, disgust, distaste, repugnance imply antipathy toward something. Dislike is a general word, sometimes connoting an inherent or permanent feeling of antipathy for something: to have a dislike for crowds. Disgust connotes a feeling of loathing for what is offensive to the feelings and sensibilities: He felt disgust at seeing such ostentation. Distaste implies a more or less settled dislike: to have distaste for spicy foods, for hard work. Repugnance is a strong feeling of aversion for, and antagonism toward, something: to feel repugnance for (or toward ) low criminals.
Other Word Forms
- dislikable adjective
- dislikeable adjective
- predislike noun
- self-dislike noun
- self-disliked adjective
Etymology
Origin of dislike
Example Sentences
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Its chief executive Sam Altman had long expressed his dislike for advertising, citing concerns that it could create distrust about ChatGPT's content.
From Barron's
His dislike of this year’s performer, superstar Bad Bunny, makes him an outcast twice-over.
From Salon
Career coaches suggest strategies for dissatisfied workers, including identifying specific dislikes and focusing on a larger purpose.
From Barron's
"All I ever wanted to be is an artist. And the only teacher who's ever really disliked me is my art teacher. I want to know why."
From Literature
She noted the father’s moods and the mother’s dislike of Mrs. Simpson.
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