Dislike and Passion

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

Passion is an antonym for dislike.

Nearby Words: disliked, disliking

Passion

Passion noun - A feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone.
Usage example: married at the age of 18, they share a passion that has lasted for over half a century

Dislike is an antonym for passion in topics: adoration, strong emotion, strong interest.

How words are described

similar similar dislike similar passion
common common dislike common passion
genuine genuine dislike genuine passion
deep deep dislike deep passion
Other adjectives: strong, real, violent, extreme, great, intense, serious, huge, fierce, personal, shared, mutual, immense.

Both words in one sentence

  • Hates Baths Though they also seem to dislike drinking water with equal passion...
    Source: Hates Baths
  • While they love their music, they dislike working on new albums, hate their fans with a passion (as best seen in the song "Fansong" for the members of their fanclub who showed up for fan appreciation day).
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