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Hate

UK /["/heɪt/","/heɪts/","/ˈheɪtɪd/","/ˈheɪtɪŋ/"]/US /["/heɪt/","/heɪts/","/ˈheɪtɪd/","/ˈheɪtɪŋ/"]/

Definition

to dislike somebody/something very much

In simple words: to strongly dislike someone or something

Examples

  • I really hate waking up early in the morning.
  • She hate the taste of broccoli.
  • Many people hate when it rains all day.
  • He doesn't hate her; he just doesn't agree with her views.
  • I hate it when I forget my keys at home.

Usage notes

Use 'hate' when expressing strong aversion or dislike. It's appropriate in most contexts, but can be too intense in formal situations. 'Hate' is stronger than just 'dislike' and can come off as aggressive.

Grammar pattern

hate + object

Memory hint

Think of 'hate' as 'hate is like a weight' — it feels heavy and burdensome.

Collocations

  • particularly
  • really
  • absolutely
  • begin to
  • come to
  • grow to
  • for
  • hate it when
  • hate to say, see, think, etc.

Synonyms

  • detest
  • loathe
  • abhor
  • despise
  • dislike

Antonyms

  • love
  • like
  • enjoy

Common mistakes

  • Using 'hate' too casually in friendly conversation.
  • Confusing 'hate' with 'detest' — 'detest' is stronger.
  • Using 'hate' instead of 'dislike' in polite contexts.