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Meaning of disliked
The primary meaning of the word "disliked" is to feel displeasure or hostility towards someone or something.
Etymology of disliked
The word "disliked" originates from the Old English words "dis" (meaning "opposite of" or "not") and "līcan" (meaning "to please"), which combined to form the verb "dislīcan" (meaning "to dislike" or "to be displeased with").
The word has been in use since the 9th century and has evolved to encompass a range of negative emotions, from mild displeasure to intense hatred.
Synonyms
despised
hated
loathed
detested
disliked
resented
opposed
objected
disliked intensely
disapproved
disparaged
denounced
deplored
abhorred
execrated
scorned
despised utterly
hated bitterly
loathed intensely
detested utterly
rejected
spurned
shunned
avoided
dismissed
repudiated
repelled
offended
affronted
outraged
disgusted
appalled
horrified
distressed
upset
displeased
dissatisfied
discontented
unhappy
miserable
wretched
dejected
despondent
disheartened
dispirited
Definitions
- The past tense of the verb "dislike", meaning to feel displeasure or hostility towards someone or something.
- * To have a negative emotional response to someone or something.
Usage Examples
- I disliked the movie because of its poor plot and weak characters.
- * She disliked her job and was looking for a new opportunity.
- * He disliked the food at the restaurant and didn't finish his meal.
Antonyms
liked
loved
adored
cherished
appreciated
valued
enjoyed
delighted
pleased
satisfied
content
happy
thrilled
ecstatic
enamored
infatuated
smitten
fond
affectionate
devoted
attached
enthusiastic
excited
eager
interested
pleased
gratified
thrilled
captivated
charmed
beguiled
enamored
besotted