1
as in disliked
to feel dislike for
as Shakespeare's Othello famously pleaded, "Mislike me not for my complexion"
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2
as in criticized
to hold an unfavorable opinion of
he's such a polite, friendly, and kind young man, it's hard to see how any prospective father-in-law could mislike him
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HOAs are disliked by some residents.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025 -
Some who disliked the conservative activist have posted comments on social media that have jeopardized their jobs, including public school teachers in Texas.—
Matt Leclercq,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Sep. 2025
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Singh, who is nonetheless bullish on the market despite any reservations, said any lack of clarity around economic conditions heading into the decision could dent a rally that’s hated by many.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
3 Oct. 2025
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Ryan was said to be hated by everyone in the prison, and eventually killed himself in the cell.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Misliked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misliked. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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