Hate

Definition

Hate is a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to an intense feeling of dislike, hostility, or aversion toward someone or something. As a verb, it means to feel strong aversion or hostility.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /heɪt/
• Respelling: HAYT

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /heɪt/
• Respelling: HAYT

Etymology

The word "hate" originates from Old English "hatian," meaning "to hate" or "to hold in contempt," which derives from Proto-Germanic "*haton" and Proto-Indo-European "*kēd-" meaning "to sorrow or grieve."

Derivatives

• Hater (noun)
• Hatred (noun)
• Hateful (adjective)
• Hating (verb/noun)
• Hatefully (adverb)

Synonyms

• Loathing
• Detestation
• Hostility

Antonyms

• Love
• Affection
• Admiration

Usage

The word "hate" is commonly used to describe strong feelings of dislike, as in "I hate doing laundry." As a noun, it conveys hostility or aversion, such as "Her speech was filled with hate." It is often used in both emotional and formal contexts, including social and political discussions.

Related Terms

• Dislike: A less intense form of aversion.
• Antipathy: A strong feeling of aversion or opposition.
• Rancor: A feeling of bitterness or resentment.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• Intense dislike or hostility: Refers to strong feelings of aversion or animosity.
  • Example: "His face was filled with hate."
• An action or expression of hostility: Refers to acts or statements motivated by hate.
  • Example: "The speech incited hate among the audience."

Verb

• To feel intense dislike or hostility toward someone or something: Refers to the act of harboring strong aversion.
  • Example: "She hates loud noises."
• To express strong disapproval or detest something: Refers to the act of verbalizing dislike.
  • Example: "He hates being interrupted."