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dislike vs don't like

Both 'dislike' and 'don't like' are correct phrases in English, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Dislike' is a stronger term than 'don't like' and is often used to express a more intense feeling of aversion or distaste. 'Don't like' is a milder way to express a lack of preference or enjoyment.

Last updated: March 21, 2024 • 1070 views

dislike

The word 'dislike' is a correct and commonly used term in English to express a strong feeling of aversion or distaste.

Use 'dislike' when you want to express a strong negative feeling towards something or someone. It is a more intense term than 'don't like.'

Examples:

I really dislike broccoli.
She has a strong dislike for horror movies.
He dislikes the new manager's management style.

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The meaning of DISLIKE is a feeling of aversion or disapproval. How to use dislike in a sentence.
7 days ago ... Meaning of dislike in English ... to not like someone or something: Why do you dislike her so much? [ + -ing verb ] I dislike walking and I hate ...
5 days ago ... Opinion. Last-minute gifts for people you dislike. Don't thank me! ... I don't know how to buy gifts! As far as love languages go, “gift” is a set ...
... dislike data, as well as the likes and dislikes made by extension users to show the most accurate ratings. Currently has almost a billion videos data stored ...
Oct 17, 2016 ... Hi, I want to add dislike button on every comment. Is there any plugin or something about that? Can you help me guys? Thanks.
Oct 1, 2021 ... Do children favor snacks and dislike vegetables? Exploring children's food preferences using drawing as a projective technique. A cross-cultural ...

Alternatives:

hate
can't stand
detest
abhor
loathe

don't like

The phrase 'don't like' is a correct and commonly used term in English to express a mild lack of preference or enjoyment.

Use 'don't like' when you want to express a mild dislike or lack of preference for something. It is a softer way to convey a negative feeling.

Examples:

I don't like coffee.
She doesn't like going to crowded places.
He doesn't like spicy food.

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Bet chickens don't like chicken.
There is something about you that I just don't like.
But I don't like that price.
I don't like this plan.
You don't like the situation...
It says here they don't like to be touched.
I don't like dreaming too much...
I just don't like being treated like a youngling.
I don't like any of that stuff.
Most people don't like sarcasm.
I don't like it, you don't like it, I don't like it.
I don't like the question...
The sheik don't like surprises.
I don't like secrets, Alfred.
And I don't like them.
I usually don't like birthday parties.
You know I don't like these people.
Warden don't like inmates fighting.
Most people don't like hospitals.
Our girls don't like hams.

Alternatives:

dislike slightly
have a mild aversion to
not really fond of
have a preference against
have a distaste for

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