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