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dislike

 

[ dɪsˈlaɪk ]

Verb / Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Verb

emotion

To have a strong feeling of not liking or being against someone or something.

Synonyms

abhor, despise, detest, hate, loathe

Examples of usage

  • I dislike broccoli.
  • She dislikes going to the dentist.
  • We dislike the new manager.
  • They dislike the cold weather.
  • The teacher dislikes tardiness.
Context #2 | Noun

emotion

A feeling of not liking or being against someone or something.

Synonyms

animosity, antipathy, aversion, disdain, displeasure

Examples of usage

  • My dislike for spiders is intense.
  • There is a mutual dislike between the two neighbors.
  • She couldn't hide her dislike for the new policy.

Translations

Translations of the word "dislike" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não gostar

🇮🇳 नापसंद करना

🇩🇪 nicht mögen

🇮🇩 tidak suka

🇺🇦 не подобатися

🇵🇱 nie lubić

🇯🇵 嫌う (kirau)

🇫🇷 ne pas aimer

🇪🇸 no gustar

🇹🇷 beğenmemek

🇰🇷 싫어하다 (silh-eohada)

🇸🇦 لا يعجبني

🇨🇿 nelíbit se

🇸🇰 nepáčiť sa

🇨🇳 不喜欢 (bù xǐhuān)

🇸🇮 ne marati

🇮🇸 líka ekki

🇰🇿 ұнатпау

🇬🇪 არ მოწონება

🇦🇿 xoşlamamaq

🇲🇽 no gustar

Etymology

The word 'dislike' originated in the 15th century, with the prefix 'dis-' indicating the opposite of 'like.' It has been used over the centuries to express a strong feeling of not liking or being against someone or something. The concept of dislike is universal and has been a part of human emotions and interactions for centuries.

See also: alike, alikeness, disliked, likable, like, likelihood, likely, liken, likeness, likewise, liking, unlike, unlikeliness.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,237 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.