as in contempt
a very strong dislike
a lifelong hatred of war that inspired him to join a peace movement
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Recent Examples of hatred
Many were subjected to many forms of hatred spawned from these misunderstandings.
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Meredith Kile, People.com, 21 July 2025
Despite his extensive progressive bona fides, Wertham’s hatred of the comics medium has forever branded him a right-wing zealot in the minds of comic fans.
—Vasilis K. Pozios, HollywoodReporter, 18 July 2025
But, all in all, a better and stronger presidential performance, Hutson suggested, than many with their blind hatred of Trump can see, or are willing to acknowledge.
—Mark Z. Barabak, Twin Cities, 15 July 2025
Using the right of free speech to sow hatred and division does no benefit to our country and will not make domestic security any easier.
—Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2025
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Meredith Kile, People.com, 21 July 2025
Despite his extensive progressive bona fides, Wertham’s hatred of the comics medium has forever branded him a right-wing zealot in the minds of comic fans.
—Vasilis K. Pozios, HollywoodReporter, 18 July 2025
But, all in all, a better and stronger presidential performance, Hutson suggested, than many with their blind hatred of Trump can see, or are willing to acknowledge.
—Mark Z. Barabak, Twin Cities, 15 July 2025
Using the right of free speech to sow hatred and division does no benefit to our country and will not make domestic security any easier.
—Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hatred
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He was arraigned on Sunday, Aug. 3, on charges of burglary, criminal contempt and weapons possession.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Donald was hit with a slew of charges including assault, strangulation, harassment, criminal obstruction of breathing and contempt of court in that case and was freed on $20,000 bail.—
Rebecca White,
New York Daily News,
4 Aug. 2025
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But even if haters are gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate, Swift definitely has two football lovers who are pumped up to see her on New Heights: Travis and Jason.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
13 Aug. 2025
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Those people generally seem to feel the need to continue their hate year over year, no matter the improvements, because hate sells more than love or even contentment.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The showrunner has flaunted his distaste for mainstream Hollywood, and the feeling may be mutual: this summer, his six ongoing series were once again snubbed by the Emmys.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
8 Aug. 2025
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Schlereth, who played in the NFL long before analytics were introduced, expressed his distaste for the usage of metrics.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
31 July 2025
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These sordid sagas are met with public disdain, even occasional outrage, but after a while, a certain numbness sets in.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
10 Aug. 2025
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The passionate Philadelphia fan said that she and other natives aren’t deterred by commenters who show their disdain for the city.—
Rachel McRady,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Seraphina, Conrad’s daughter by another woman (and therefore the focus of Maeve’s loathing), only survived thanks to some quick maneuvering on Harry’s part.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
11 May 2025
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The medieval ideal suggests superstition, ignorance, vulgarity, restlessness, cruelty and religion—all of which fill my soul with horror and loathing.—
Henry Wiencek
July 22,
Literary Hub,
22 July 2025
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Holly hits the road with the activist and brings along a gun, despite her deep need to be near her home and her abhorrence of weapons.—
Maren Longbella,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2025
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The reactions from right-of-center publications divide into roughly four camps, aligning on a spectrum ranging from vocal approval to outright abhorrence.—
Zack Beauchamp,
Vox,
7 Dec. 2018
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Between the lines: Many undecideds are painfully trying to balance their sense of obligation with their detestation for Trump, as USA Today first detailed on Thursday.—
Erin Doherty,
Axios,
14 Dec. 2024
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One of the most memorable chapters epitomizes her detestation for the ultra-wealthy and pompous intellectuals who rushed to rationalize her work.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
20 Jan. 2024
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There is a clear correlation between being the victim of hostility and suffering from negative mental health or even physical health.—
Jo Causon,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Time and again the president has expressed optimism after speaking with Putin about winding down the hostilities.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
3 Aug. 2025
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“Hatred.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hatred. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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