hated
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for hated, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Strongly disliked; despised.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
The past participle of "hate," from Old English hatod.
Full origin of hated →Frequently asked questions
What does “hated” mean?
The word “hated” means strongly disliked; despised.
How do you pronounce “hated”?
“Hated” is pronounced HAY-tihd (/ˈheɪtɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “hated” in a sentence?
Here is “hated” used in a sentence: “It was the most hated decision the club had ever made.”
What part of speech is “hated”?
“Hated” is an adjective.
Where does the word “hated” come from?
The word “hated” comes from Old English. The past participle of "hate," from Old English hatod.
Is “hated” a common word?
“Hated” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between "hated" and "hateful"?
"Hated" means strongly disliked or despised and describes the target of hatred, as in a hated rule. "Hateful" describes something full of or expressing hatred, as in a hateful comment. Confusing them reverses the meaning.
Is "hated" an adjective or the past tense of "hate"?
"Hated" functions as both. As a verb it is the past tense of "hate," as in she hated waiting. As an adjective it means strongly disliked, as in a widely hated policy.
What is the difference between "hated" and "despised"?
Both mean strongly disliked and are close synonyms. "Despised" often adds a sense of contempt or looking down on something, while "hated" simply signals intense dislike.