Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
intense-dislike
Noun
/ɪnˈtɛns dɪsˈlaɪk/
Definition
A strong feeling of aversion or hostility towards someone or something.
Examples
- Her intense dislike of broccoli made it difficult for her mother to serve it at dinner.
- He expressed an intense dislike for crowded places, preferring solitude instead.
- The intense dislike between the rival teams added to the tension of the match.
Meaning
Intense dislike refers to a profound level of dislike that goes beyond mere preference or mild annoyance, often invoking strong emotions.
Synonyms
- Hatred
- Aversion
- Antipathy
- Loathing
- Disdain