Definition

Not liked or favored by others; lacking approval or popularity.

Example

The unliked movie received poor reviews from critics and audiences alike.

Conversation

Did you see that new movie?

Yeah, I heard it was pretty unliked by critics.

That's a shame because the trailer looked interesting.

I know, right? Sometimes good films get unfairly unliked.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unliked → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "liked" (from the verb "like", which comes from Old English "lician", meaning to please or be agreeable). The word "unliked" means not liked or not pleasing to someone.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'liked' — this helps you remember that 'unliked' means something that is not pleasing or agreeable.

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