dislike

verb

UK /dɪsˈlaɪk/

US /dɪsˈlaɪk/

To not like something or someone.

I dislike eating broccoli for dinner.

SYNONYMS

hate detest loathe disapprove of object to

RELATED WORDS

displeasure aversion distaste antipathy disapproval

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A feeling of not liking someone or something.

She has a strong dislike of loud noises.

3. To feel unwilling or reluctant about something.

I dislike having to wake up early on weekends.

4. An object or activity that someone does not enjoy.

Cleaning the garage is one of his biggest dislikes.