Meaning & Definition of word "Dislike"

Dislike

/dɪsˈlaɪk/

noun:

  • 1. a feeling of aversion or distaste towards someone or something.
    • Example: Her dislike for crowded places kept her from attending the festival.
  • 2. a specific instance of aversion or disapproval.
    • Example: There was a clear dislike among the team members for the proposed changes.

verb:

  • 1. to have a feeling of aversion or distaste for someone or something.
    • Example: I dislike loud noises when I am trying to concentrate.
  • 2. to feel a lack of preference for someone or something.
    • Example: She dislikes spinach and prefers to eat kale instead.
  • 3. to reject or not enjoy something.
    • Example: He dislikes the way the movie portrays historical events.

Etymology

Late Middle English: from dis- 'the opposite of' + like.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Don't like it:

To have a strong lack of preference or enjoyment for something.

To take a dislike to:

To suddenly find someone or something unpleasant.

A dislike for:

A specific aversion toward a certain thing or person.

Related Words

aversion:

A strong feeling of dislike or opposition.

repulsion:

A feeling of intense distaste or disgust.

antipathy:

A deep-seated feeling of aversion.

Slang Meanings of dislike

Meaning: I can't stand it

Example Sentence: I can't stand the smell of durian.

Meaning: Not my cup of tea

Example Sentence: Horror movies are not my cup of tea.