English Vocabulary and Collocations: Liking, Disliking, and Preferences

A comprehensive vocabulary flashcard set covering B2/C1 English terms, adverbs, and collocations for expressing wisdom, smooth operation, liking, disliking, preferences, and emotions based on English Collocations in Use.

wise

Having or showing the ability to make good judgments, based on a deep understanding and experience of life.

acute

(Of a pain or illness) quickly becoming very severe.

smoothly

Easily and without interruption or difficulty, or without any sudden movements or changes.

run for office

To compete as a candidate in an election for a position of authority and responsibility in a government or other organization.

have a particular liking for

To have a specific or special fondness for a particular thing or subject.

have a genuine liking for

To feel a real, sincere affection or fondness for someone or something.

great love of

A strong affection or deep passion for something (such as nature or animals).

passionate love of

An intense, highly enthusiastic devotion or love toward an activity or subject.

regard

(Formal) Respect, esteem, or consideration felt toward a person.

sheer enjoyment of

Pure, complete delight or happiness derived from an experience or action.

get great enjoyment out of

To derive a high degree of satisfaction or pleasure from a situation or activity.

express a clear preference for

To explicitly state or indicate a distinct choice or preference for one option over another.

have a strong preference for

To hold a firm or definite preference for one option rather than another.

have an intense dislike of

To experience an extreme or very strong feeling of disliking toward something or someone.

take an instant dislike to

To immediately form a strong negative feeling or disliking toward someone or something upon meeting them.

aversion

A strong feeling of opposition, reluctance, or dislike toward something.

deep-rooted hatred

An intense feeling of ill will or hatred that is firmly established and long-standing.

state your preference for

To formally or explicitly state what option you prefer.

cater for everyone's tastes

To provide choices or options that satisfy all differing preferences or tastes.

take pride in

To feel satisfaction and pleasure in one's own or another's work, qualities, or achievements.

don't relish the thought

To feel reluctance or a lack of enthusiasm about a future possibility or prospect.

take pleasure in

To find delight, satisfaction, or enjoyment in performing an activity.

take offence

To feel insulted, annoyed, or hurt by something someone says or does.

have no sympathy for

To feel no pity, compassion, or approval for someone or an organization in a particular situation.

absolute / all-time favourite

The single item, person, or experience that someone likes best of all.

ardent / dedicated fan

An extremely enthusiastic, loyal, and devoted supporter of someone or something.

keen admirer

Someone who holds a high degree of respect, interest, and approval for a person or work.

fill someone with admiration

To cause a person to feel deep respect and approval.