distaste

noun

Definition of distastenext
as in disgust
a dislike so strong as to cause stomach upset or queasiness usually views abstract paintings with distaste

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Recent Examples of distaste For starters, many Americans across the political spectrum profess their distaste for data centers. — Corbin Bolies, Variety, 2 Sep. 2026 Evidence isn’t scarce as to why Canadians have a newfound distaste for the White House. — Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2026 And to respect every Southern grandma’s distaste for waste, this recipe won’t leave you with any half-empty jars. — Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 26 Aug. 2026 After the fight, UFC President Dana White expressed his distaste for Garry's actions ahead of the fifth and final round. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for distaste
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  1. disgust
  2. hatred
Noun
  • Amateur humiliation content has become widespread on the internet, giving Americans more opportunities than ever to indulge in gleeful disgust or righteous outrage.
    — Daniel LaChance, The Conversation, 21 Sep. 2026
  • This week’s list of South Florida restaurants failing inspection doesn’t bring volume — four restaurants — but does bring a strong amount of disgust.
    — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of disgust
Noun
  • With their feelings for each other blossoming, the two go out for dinner, which is full of Rushville patrons with lingering hatred for Hal.
    — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Yasmin Soares, a Lula supporter, told Kahn that Bolsonaro's strong performance is scary and that the right brings hatred.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of hatred

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“Distaste.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distaste. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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