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dislikes

n. plural-only
B1 Intermediate US //dɪˈsɫaɪks// UK //dɪslˈaɪks// dis·likes

n. things that you do not like or find unpleasant. It is often used when talking about your personal tastes alongside the things you enjoy.

n. things or people that are found unpleasant or are regarded with aversion. Typically used in the plural form when referring to a list of personal preferences.


SIMPLE

We discussed our likes and dislikes for hours.

CONTEXTUAL

The dating app asks users to list their hobbies and dislikes to help find a compatible match.

COMPLEX

While her professional achievements were well-documented, the biography also delved into her personal dislikes, such as her famous hatred for modern architecture and loud public spaces.

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Usually appears in the plural form, especially in the fixed phrase 'likes and dislikes'.

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