liking

noun

lik·​ing ˈlī-kiŋ How to pronounce liking (audio)
Synonyms of likingnext
: favorable regard : fondness, taste
… had a greater liking for law …E. M. Coulter
took a liking to the newcomer

Examples of liking in a Sentence

I have a liking for dark chocolate.
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The 2026 car is much more to Hamilton’s liking. Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 15 June 2026 As Sol continues exploring her options, fans have quickly taken a liking to her and are eager to learn more about her background, including her ethnicity. Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 10 June 2026 When everything is cooked to your liking, toss in some optional fresh spinach and shredded cheese. Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 2 June 2026 Unsurprisingly, Makenna has taken a liking to the game that defined her mother’s upbringing. Gabby Herzig, New York Times, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for liking

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of liking was in the 14th century

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“Liking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/liking. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

liking

noun
lik·​ing
ˈlī-kiŋ
: a being pleased with someone or something : fondness, taste

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