dislike (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /dɪsˈlaɪk/

Definition

To not like someone or something.

Examples

• I dislike waking up early on weekends.

• She dislikes the taste of coffee.

• Many people dislike crowded places.

How to Use dislike

dislike doing something (prepositional phrase)

To not want to do a particular activity. — "I dislike waiting in long lines."

dislike someone/something (prepositional phrase)

To have a negative feeling towards a person or thing. — "They dislike the new policy."

Synonyms of dislike

Words with a similar meaning to dislike:

• not like
• dislike
• detest
• abhor

Antonyms of dislike

Words with the opposite meaning to dislike:

• like
• love
• adore

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