ALLERGY Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

allergy

noun

ˈa-lər-jē

Definition of allergy

as in dislike

a strong feeling of not liking or approving independent-minded people who seem to have an allergy to any control from the government

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Recent Examples of allergy Seasonal allergies impact about 20% to 40% of the general population, according to Sweet. — Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026 The healthiest one for you depends on your personal taste preferences, as well as your health goals and existing food allergies. — Merve Ceylan, HEALTH, 21 Aug. 2026 Working as a host and server at a restaurant called Il Giardinello in Tom’s River gave Ximello Sanchez a unique sensitivity to customers’ allergies and accommodations. — Elizabeth MacBride, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Researchers also found that siblings closer in age appeared to have lower risks for several conditions, including allergies and asthma. — Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for allergy

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Prinstein, who was set to testify at the trial on Monday, says that constant notifications about likes and dislikes don't suit the developing pre-teen and teen brain.

— Brittney Melton, NPR, 27 Aug. 2026
But that didn't stop commenters from sharing their dislike of the ad on resurfaced clips.

— Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of dislike

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His hatred of the Islamic State group appears genuine, and American cooperation with Damascus against the terrorist network will benefit the Syrians who suffered most under its rule.

— Jason M. Blazakis, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026
Yet Christ Jesus consistently refused to let fear, hatred, or sin define his view of anyone’s identity.

— The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 24 Aug. 2026

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