What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
loather
Example
She is a loather of spicy food and avoids it at all costs. [loather: noun]
Example
He loathes the idea of going to the dentist and always puts it off. [loathes: verb]
hater
Example
Don't pay attention to the haters, they're just jealous of your success. [haters: noun]
Example
She hates the way he talks to her and wishes he would stop. [hates: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hater is more commonly used than loather in everyday language, especially in informal contexts such as social media and slang.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between loather and hater?
Loather is generally considered more formal than hater, and may be more appropriate in written or literary contexts.
