hatred

noun

ha·​tred ˈhā-trəd How to pronounce hatred (audio)
Synonyms of hatrednext
1
: extreme dislike or disgust : hate
2
: ill will or resentment that is usually mutual : prejudiced hostility or animosity
old racial prejudices and national hatreds— Peter Thomson

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Examples of hatred in a Sentence

He had an irrational fear and hatred of foreigners. She makes no attempt to conceal her hatred for her opponents. This troubled city is filled with hatred, prejudice, crime, and fear. The war was fueled by hatreds that were centuries old.
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However, Kelly’s hatred towards Beyoncé is well-documented and the singer’s fans have noticed. — Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 6 Aug. 2025 The Republican Party has nothing positive to say about any person, place or thing that Trump disparages in his rants of hatred. — Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 6 Aug. 2025 The men so hell-bent on revenge against Tea’s users are illustrating that hatred of women is alive and well. — Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 30 July 2025 One simple factor that may be influencing his reaction this week is his hatred for war and bloodshed, as often described by those close to him. — Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 29 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for hatred

Word History

Etymology

Middle English hatrede, from hate hate entry 1 + -rede, suffix denoting state or quality, going back to Old English -rǣden — more at kindred entry 2

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of hatred was in the 13th century

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“Hatred.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hatred. Accessed 14 Aug. 2025.

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