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Definition of unliked

unliked

/ʌnˈlaɪkt/
un · liked

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• adjective

1

Not regarded with fondness, affection, or approval; unpopular.

Example

"The strict new policy remained deeply unliked among the faculty members."

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Word Nuance & Usage

"Unliked" indicates an absence of affection or approval, whereas "disliked" usually implies a more active feeling of aversion or hostility.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unliked. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unliked
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