liking (Meaning)
liking (n)
a feeling of pleasure and enjoyment
liking (p. pr. & vb. n.)
of Like
liking (p. a.)
Looking; appearing; as, better or worse liking. See Like, to look.
liking (n.)
The state of being pleasing; a suiting. See On liking, below.
The state of being pleased with, or attracted toward, some thing or person; hence, inclination; desire; pleasure; preference; -- often with for, formerly with to; as, it is an amusement I have no liking for.
Appearance; look; figure; state of body as to health or condition.
Synonyms & Antonyms of liking
liking Sentence Examples
- Despite their differences, she found a deep liking for his sense of humor.
- The child developed a strong liking for the new puppy.
- The movie received widespread acclaim, garnering a universal liking.
- She had an instant liking for the elegant, vintage dress.
- Their shared love of adventure fostered a mutual liking between them.
- The teacher's gentle nature evoked a universal liking among her students.
- Although they had initially disliked each other, their mutual respect gradually transformed their feelings into liking.
- The author's vivid storytelling ability instilled a deep liking for his novels in readers.
- The café's cozy atmosphere and friendly staff cultivated a sense of liking among patrons.
- The politician's charisma and genuine concern for the people earned him a widespread liking.
FAQs About the word liking
a feeling of pleasure and enjoymentof Like, Looking; appearing; as, better or worse liking. See Like, to look., The state of being pleasing; a suiting. See On l
taste, love, craving, preference,like, appetite, desire,use, favor, tendency
dislike, hatred, disgust, loathing, disgust, aversion, dislike, aversion, distaste, distaste
Despite their differences, she found a deep liking for his sense of humor.
The child developed a strong liking for the new puppy.
The movie received widespread acclaim, garnering a universal liking.
She had an instant liking for the elegant, vintage dress.
