Synonyms for

Liking

Verb / ˈlaɪkɪŋ / Another word for liking — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A feeling of affection or enjoyment towards someone or something.

Synonyms & similar words

like care dislike wish fondness attraction affection love enjoyment preference taste interest admiration likability favor grasp partiality penchant predilection relish sympathy enthusiasm zeal fancy

Synonyms by register

Formal

preference fondness appreciation regard

Informal

dig fancy go for keen on

Literary

affection devotion ardor

Antonyms

dislike hatred aversion disdain animosity antipathy repugnance

Common collocations

  • strong liking
  • growing liking
  • mutual liking
  • liking for
  • liking someone
  • liking something
  • liking it

Word family

noun liking
verb like
adjective likable
adverb likably

Usage note

Liking is often used to express a mild positive feeling. For stronger feelings, consider 'love' or 'affection'.

Example sentences

  1. I have a liking for pizza.
  2. She developed a liking for music at a young age.
  3. He has a liking for sports cars.
  4. I'm not sure if I have a liking for sushi.
  5. She has a strong liking for chocolate.

Quotes

  • I've always had a liking for the past and an interest in history.
  • I think we all have a liking for the underdog.
  • I have a liking for things that are a bit off-the-wall.

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