Definitions and Examples of unpopular, disliked, rejected
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not liked or approved by many people; not popular.
Example
The new policy was unpopular among the employees, who felt it was unfair.
Not liked or enjoyed by someone.
Example
He disliked the taste of coffee and preferred tea instead.
Dismissed as inadequate, unacceptable, or faulty.
Example
His job application was rejected due to lack of experience.
Key Differences: unpopular vs disliked vs rejected
- 1Unpopular refers to something that is not liked or approved by many people.
- 2Disliked refers to something that is not liked or enjoyed by someone.
- 3Rejected refers to something that has been dismissed as inadequate, unacceptable, or faulty.
Effective Usage of unpopular, disliked, rejected
- 1Express Disapproval: Use unpopular, disliked, and rejected to express disapproval or dissatisfaction.
- 2Make Comparisons: Use these antonyms to compare different options or choices.
- 3Discuss Preferences: Use these antonyms to discuss preferences and opinions.
Remember this!
The antonyms of preferred have negative connotations and imply that something is not liked or desired. Unpopular refers to something that is not liked by many people, disliked refers to something that is not liked by someone, and rejected refers to something that has been dismissed as inadequate or unacceptable. Use these antonyms to express disapproval, make comparisons, and discuss preferences and opinions.
