Definitions

1. noun

a strong feeling of dislike or aversion

“She couldn’t understand why he had such a deep-seated hate for animals.”

2. verb

to feel dislike or aversion for someone or something

“He has come to hate the sound of the alarm clock.”

3. verb

to be extremely unwilling to do something

“I hate to admit it, but I don’t want to go to that party.”

4. verb

to have or show strong dislike or disapproval for

“She hates the idea of getting up early in the morning.”

5. interjection

used to express strong dislike or disapproval

“Hate to tell you, but that’s the wrong turn.”