Distastes

/dɪˈsteɪsts/ verb

Definition

Third person singular present tense; shows dislike or disapproval of something.

Etymology

From 'distaste' (dis- + taste) conjugated with '-s' for third-person singular present tense.

Kelly Says

'He distastes violence' is an archaic but vivid way to express active dislike—the verb form makes disapproval feel like a personal rejection rather than just a preference.

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