hatred

/ˈheɪtrɪd/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈheɪtrɪd/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈhā-trəd/ (ame, mw)

hatred — 名詞

1. a deep, powerful feeling of extreme dislike for someone or something, often last

1.名詞B2
釋義

仇恨

對某人或某事物強烈的厭惡與敵意

a deep, powerful feeling of extreme dislike for someone or something, often lasting a long time and connected to a wish to see them harmed or defeated

例句

Ayana felt nothing but hatred for the company that had fired her without warning.

Ayana 對那家無預警解僱她的公司只有仇恨。

hatred + for + noun — states the target of the feeling

The two families' hatred for each other had lasted for generations, causing endless suffering.

這兩個家族之間持續了幾代的仇恨，帶來了無盡的痛苦。

uncountable noun — no article, no plural form

同義詞
  • hate

    same core meaning, but 'hate' is more common as a verb and can be used for milder dislikes; 'hatred' always implies intensity

  • loathing

    even stronger than hatred, with a stronger sense of disgust and physical repulsion

  • animosity

    focuses more on active ill will and opposition than on the feeling itself; often mutual

  • hostility

    describes unfriendly or aggressive behaviour or attitudes rather than just a private emotion

反義詞
  • love

    the direct opposite — strong fondness and care for someone or something

  • affection

    a warm, gentle feeling of liking, much less intense than love

文法句型

hatred + of + noun phrase

hatred + for + noun phrase

filled with / full of hatred

用法筆記

Unlike the verb 'hate', which can be used casually for mild preferences ('I hate getting up early'), 'hatred' always describes a deep, serious emotional state. Avoid using 'hatred' for everyday annoyances or trivial dislikes.

常見錯誤

❌I have a hatred for cold weather.
✅I really hate cold weather.
💡'Hatred' is far too strong for ordinary dislikes; use the verb 'hate' or phrases like 'can't stand' instead.