hated
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈheɪtɪd/
KK: /ˈheɪtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is strongly disliked or despised.
Example
The hated policy was met with widespread protests.
Conversation
I really hated that movie we watched last night.
Me too, it was so boring!
I just couldn't connect with any of the characters, they were so hated by audiences.
I agree, it felt like a waste of time.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
detested
loathed
abhorred
Antonyms
loved
cherished
admired
verb
Definition
To feel strong dislike or aversion towards someone or something.
Example
She hated the idea of moving to a new city.
Tense Forms
Past: hated
Past Participle: hated
Conversation
I really hated that movie we watched last week.
Yeah, it was pretty boring, wasn't it?
I just couldn't connect with the characters at all.
Root Explanation
Hated → It is formed from "hate" (from Old English *hatian*, meaning to dislike or feel aversion) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past tense or completed action). The word "hated" means to have felt aversion or strong dislike towards someone or something in the past.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word for dislike, 'hatian', to remember that 'hated' means to have felt strong dislike or aversion.
Visually Confused Words
hatted
hatred
unhated
shafted
hidated
hearted
hamated
habited