Affection
Affection noun - A feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone.
Usage example: an elderly couple showing their affection for each other by little acts of kindness
Dislike
Dislike noun - A strong feeling of not liking or approving.
Usage example: we have a strong dislike for olives and wouldn't eat them even if we were paid
How words are described
| clear | clear affection | clear dislike |
| particular | particular affection | particular dislike |
| common | common affection | common dislike |
| instant | instant affection | instant dislike |
| Other adjectives: genuine, deep, open, obvious, strong, constant, large, extreme, great, intense, little, fierce, personal, general, shared, mutual, immense, abiding. | ||
Both words in one sentence
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Particularly interesting since Vulcans dislike showing emotion in general, so Spock's obvious affection for Kirk effectively breaks two sets of social rules.
Source: Real Men Hate Affection -
Later, Yuki walks in on Haruhi giving Kyon (obligation) chocolate during Valentines' Day, where Haruhi explains that she does feel a little bit of affection towards Kyon, stating that she "doesn't dislike him" to Yuki.
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Even now, I dislike you intensely... that is, the sensible sane portion of me... but theres an insane side of me that gets a little violent every time I think of you.Melsa Manton: Getting out of a million-dollar lawsuit wouldn't have anything to do with your change in affection, would it?
Source: Film / The Mad Miss Manton
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