1
as in hatreds
a strong feeling of not liking or approving
we have a strong dislike for olives and wouldn't eat them even if we were paid
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2
as in disapprovals
refusal to accept as right or desirable
the public's general dislike of negative campaign ads
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1
as in hates
to feel dislike for
the two dogs disliked each other the first time they met, and never did become friends
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2
as in criticizes
to hold an unfavorable opinion of
dislike the governor's heavy-handed way of pushing his agenda
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Recent Examples of dislikes
Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Every team knows a great deal about their strengths and weaknesses, their likes and dislikes.
—Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 28 Sep. 2025
Max Zahn, ABC News, 30 Sep. 2025
Having students experience that environment lowers the risk of employers hiring someone who dislikes it.
—Gwendolyn Rak, IEEE Spectrum, 25 Sep. 2025
To me, more pragmatism means moving away from the corrupt, capricious policies of the current administration, such as crony capitalism that imposes bogus tariffs on free trade, punishing leaders and countries the president dislikes while favoring those who flatter him.
—Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Here’s a look at more interesting likes and dislikes Payton’s outlined at the podium in his time on the Front Range.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 1 Sep. 2025
Gabby dislikes Sebastian, perceiving him as an entitled womanizer.
—EW.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The obvious candidate for this is Hermit, whom Slightly already dislikes.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2025
And through those society connections George now dislikes.
—Ronda Racha Penrice, HollywoodReporter, 10 Aug. 2025
Noun
Would this new body still be the same person with all their quirks and mannerisms, as well as sharing the same interests or dislikes, or a version of them?
—Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Every team knows a great deal about their strengths and weaknesses, their likes and dislikes.
—Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 28 Sep. 2025
Verb
Nobody dislikes uncertainty more than the markets dislike uncertainty.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 30 Sep. 2025
Having students experience that environment lowers the risk of employers hiring someone who dislikes it.
—Gwendolyn Rak, IEEE Spectrum, 25 Sep. 2025
To me, more pragmatism means moving away from the corrupt, capricious policies of the current administration, such as crony capitalism that imposes bogus tariffs on free trade, punishing leaders and countries the president dislikes while favoring those who flatter him.
—Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Here’s a look at more interesting likes and dislikes Payton’s outlined at the podium in his time on the Front Range.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 1 Sep. 2025
Gabby dislikes Sebastian, perceiving him as an entitled womanizer.
—EW.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The obvious candidate for this is Hermit, whom Slightly already dislikes.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2025
And through those society connections George now dislikes.
—Ronda Racha Penrice, HollywoodReporter, 10 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dislikes
Noun
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Opinions on the president's handling of the two most significant foreign policy crises − the Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas wars − hit similarly low benchmarks with majority disapprovals.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
21 Sep. 2025
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To some extent the attention that CRA’s get makes makes sense, as these disapprovals tend to zero in on some of the most prominent recent regulatory activity.—
Clyde Wayne Crews Jr,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
Verb
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And Maeve really hates injustice and that follows through in all the scenes with the guys.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
6 Oct. 2025
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In that case, Ed Gein is also a show that hates itself.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Mamdani criticizes Adams as 'extreme' after mayor exits New York City race.—
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FOXNews.com,
30 Sep. 2025
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Former Vice President Kamala Harris criticizes President Biden's decision to run for re-election.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
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International pressure on Israel to end the war is increasing, with a growing list of countries deciding recently to recognize Palestinian statehood, which Israel rejects.—
WAFAA SHURAFA,
Arkansas Online,
28 Sep. 2025
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When Rabbit asks to be the one to adopt Stacey after her graduation, Evelyn abusively rejects the notion and Rabbit is crushed.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Millions of Americans experience food sensitivities or allergies every year.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Oct. 2025
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Suitable for people with soy or nut allergies.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
28 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Qatar denounces ‘cowardly’ Israeli strike targeting Hamas leaders Israel launched an aerial strike against senior Hamas leaders in Doha on Tuesday, in its first direct attack on Qatari soil, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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For instance, ProPublica cited his tax experience as exceptionally limited, pointing out that his only qualification centers around being a Certified Tax & Business Advisor, which ProPublica denounces as a dubious and frivolous designation.—
Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Dislikes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dislikes. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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