What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
dislike
Example
I dislike spicy food. [dislike: verb]
Example
She has a strong dislike for horror movies. [dislike: noun]
Example
He dislikes going to the dentist. [dislikes: present tense]
abhor
Example
I abhor violence in any form. [abhor: verb]
Example
She has an abhorrence of dishonesty. [abhorrence: noun]
Example
He abhors the idea of eating insects. [abhors: present tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Dislike is a more common word than abhor and is used in everyday language. Abhor is less common and is usually reserved for formal or serious contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between dislike and abhor?
Abhor is a more formal word than dislike and is typically used in formal writing or serious contexts. Dislike is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal settings.
