Dislike and Disliking

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

Disliking and dislike are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Disliking" instead a noun "Dislike".

Nearby Words: disliked, disliking

Disliking

Disliking noun - A strong feeling of not liking or approving.
Usage example: I had taken an instant disliking to the new neighbors

Dislike and disliking are semantically related. You can use "Dislike" instead a noun "Disliking".

Nearby Words: dislike, disliked
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