hatred Meaning & Definition
/ˈheɪtɹɪd/
What Does Hatred Mean?
As a noun, hatred means A strong aversion; an intense dislike.
Hatred at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈheɪtɹɪd// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | hate, antipathy and hostility |
| Antonyms | love and amity |
| Plural | hatreds |
Hatred Definition (Noun)
- A strong aversion; an intense dislike.
Noun
- Strong aversion; intense dislike
Synonyms of Hatred
Hatred synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Hatred
Hatred in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
hatred (countable and uncountable, plural hatreds)
Origin of Hatred
From Middle English haterede, hatrede (“hatred”), from hate (“hate”) + -rede (“suffix denoting state or condition”), equivalent to hate + -red; compare sibred, Scots luferent. Related to Icelandic hatur (“hatred”).
Hatred Pronunciation
You say hatred as //ˈheɪtɹɪd//. It has 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Hatred
What part of speech is hatred?
Hatred is a noun.
What is another word for hatred?
Words with a similar meaning to hatred include hate, antipathy and hostility. See the full list of hatred synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of hatred?
The plural of hatred is hatreds.