Definition

Not pleasant or enjoyable; someone or something that is hard to like.

Example

His rude behavior made him quite dislikeable at the party.

Conversation

Did you see that new show everyone's talking about?

Yeah, I watched the first episode, but I found the main character pretty dislikeable.

I thought so too! It's hard to enjoy a show when you can't stand the lead.

Exactly! I might not continue watching if it stays that way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dislikeable → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or not) and "like" (from Old English "lician", meaning to please or be agreeable) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "dislikeable" means capable of not being liked or pleasing.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not pleasing' ('dis-') and 'to please' ('like') — that's why dislikeable means something that is not pleasing.

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