dislike
verb (used with object)
to regard with displeasure, antipathy, or aversion.
has disliked
-
present perfectof dislike (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
She has disliked me from the start and never missed any chance to insult or humiliate me, ever, mainly because I am a rather reserved person and that seemed abnormal to her.
From Slate ● May 29, 2020
Q. Unpleasant co-worker wants my job: My co-worker “Janet” has disliked me since the moment I started working at my current office.
From Slate ● Mar. 19, 2018
Garvey, who has disliked the tradition since she was a School Board member and felt obligated to attend, argued that New Year’s Day should be spent with family and friends.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 10, 2016
She recently admitted to my husband that she has disliked me since I was 6.
From Slate ● Apr. 22, 2013
“Mother has disliked reporters ever since she married my stepfather, two years ago,” Lorinda confided as the girls approached the house.
From Whispering Walls by Mildred A. (Mildred Augustine) Wirt
