English · Emotions & Feelings
hate
/heɪt/
[/heɪt/]
intense dislike
Beginnernoun
Definition
A very strong feeling of dislike or hostility toward someone or something.
Example
His hate for unfairness drove him to speak out, even when his voice shook with anger.
His hate for unfairness drove him to speak out, even when his voice shook with anger.
Etymology
From Old English 'hete', of Germanic origin, related to German 'Hass'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used as noun and verb; the opposite of love, expressing deep dislike.