as in disliked
to hold an unfavorable opinion of
a survey showing that both candidates are disesteemed by the majority of eligible voters
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Some countries are generally well-liked around the globe, some are simply accepted, and some are actively disliked—even hated.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025 -
Others disliked the richest man in the world playing such a prominent role.—
Time,
Time,
3 Apr. 2025
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Some of Mangione's supporters have left messages of praise for him, while others have criticized the fundraising efforts.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Bo French, the chairman of the Tarrant County, Texas, GOP, criticized Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Lisa Franchetti, alleging that an emphasis on DEI programs had undermined the military's effectiveness.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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“Disesteemed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disesteemed. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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