单词 | dislike |
释义 | dislike (dɪslaɪk ) Word forms: dislikes , disliking , disliked 1. verb B1+ If you dislike someone or something, you consider them to be unpleasant and do not like them. We don't serve liver often because so many people dislike it. [VERB noun] David began to dislike anyone who smoked. [VERB noun] Synonyms: hate, object to, loathe, despise 2. uncountable noun B2 Dislike is the feeling that you do not like someone or something. He made no attempt to conceal his dislike of me. [+ of] Years of dislike boiled over and blows were exchanged. 3. countable noun [usually plural] Your dislikes are the things that you do not like. Consider what your likes and dislikes are about your job. Strong irrational dislikes of other people can easily be picked up from others. 4. take a dislike phrase If you take a dislike to someone or something, you decide that you do not like them. I took a violent dislike to him. He may suddenly take a dislike to foods that he's previously enjoyed. Collocations: dislike the idea of The outlook for those who dislike the idea of purchasing a conventional annuity is good. Times, Sunday Times (2007) They dislike the idea of a policy based upon competing individuals looking after themselves. The Global Marketplace (1993) And many women dislike the idea of hormonal treatment. Alternative Health Care for Women (1991) One of the terriers seemed to take an instant dislike to wild boar. Times, Sunday Times (2008) That could be his way of saying that most take an instant dislike. Times, Sunday Times (2010) The two men took an instant dislike to each other. The American Nation: A History of the United States to 1877 (1995) Then the guy who promoted me left and his replacement took an instant dislike to me. The Sun (2013) The former accountant also has an intense dislike of smokers. The Sun Her chief flaw was an intense dislike of shedding possessions. Times, Sunday Times I have developed an intense dislike of flying because of the unpleasantness of 'the airport experience', and offer a hug to anyone prepared to try to improve it. Times, Sunday Times Despite the flattering analogy, he had an intense dislike of the name. Times, Sunday Times She has an intense dislike for people who are of a higher rank but younger than her. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 And she revealed the pair developed a mutual dislike when they appeared on a courtroom reality show, which never saw the light of day. The Sun It said that the mutual dislike compounded problems in a department already affected by a high workload and a new computer system. Times,Sunday Times We exchanged fleeting glances of mutual dislike and incomprehension. Times, Sunday Times The couple's story began as a love-hate relationship, where the characters shared a mutual dislike of one other. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The pair discovered that they shared similar musical tastes and, disregarding some mutual dislike, decided to form a band. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 He may without liability discontinue the services through mere caprice, or because of personal dislike or enmity toward the other. Christianity Today Is my reluctance to knock at this door due to my pride, or my mere taste, or my personal dislike of the door-keeper? Christianity Today Clearly, you want to protect your business but you need to be sure that you are not motivated simply by your personal dislike of this person's actions. Times, Sunday Times Personal dislike gave the battle a ruthless edge. Times, Sunday Times Personal dislikes do not always result in conflict, but people often mention their negative feelings toward another group member when complaining about their groups. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 He was best-known for his strong dislike of contemporary art - delivered in an unmistakable plummy accent. The Sun I never went back to work in an office, and my strong dislike of workwear never went away. Times, Sunday Times Northerners have a strong dislike for anything that isn't made out of coal. The Sun I'm perfectly happy to concede my inadequacy on almost anything: looks, intellect, personality, a weird shoe obsession and strong dislike of most food that isn't toast. Times, Sunday Times The paintings carry no weight, have no atmosphere, inspire nothing — not even strong dislike. Times, Sunday Times Translations: Chinese: 不喜欢, 厌恶 Japanese: 嫌う, 嫌悪感 |
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