Transcription
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- [il dih-spohzd]
- /ɪl dɪˈspoʊzd/
- /ɪl dɪˈspəʊzd/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [il dih-spohzd]
- /ɪl dɪˈspoʊzd/
Definitions of ill-disposed word
- adjective ill-disposed unfriendly, unsympathetic, or having a negative attitude, as toward another person or an idea. 1
- adjective ill-disposed having an objectionable disposition. 1
- adjective ill-disposed not kindly disposed 0
- adjective ill-disposed having a bad disposition; malicious or malevolent 0
- adjective ill-disposed unfriendly, unkindly, or unfavorable (toward) or unreceptive (to) 0
- adjective ill-disposed Not much disposed towards somebody or something; unsympathetic. 0
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Origin of ill-disposed
First appearance:
before 1400 One of the 24% oldest English words
late Middle English word dating back to 1400-50
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Parts of speech for Ill-disposed
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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ill-disposed popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 36% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 68% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
Synonyms for ill-disposed
adj ill-disposed
- hostile — of, relating to, or characteristic of an enemy: a hostile nation.
- hesitant — hesitating; undecided, doubtful, or disinclined.
- antagonistic — If a person is antagonistic to someone or something, they show hatred or dislike towards them.
- loath — unwilling; reluctant; disinclined; averse: to be loath to admit a mistake.
- unwilling — not willing; reluctant; loath; averse: an unwilling partner in the crime.
Antonyms for ill-disposed
adj ill-disposed
- friendly — characteristic of or befitting a friend; showing friendship: a friendly greeting.
- kind — of a good or benevolent nature or disposition, as a person: a kind and loving person.
- willing — disposed or consenting; inclined: willing to go along.
- loving — feeling or showing love; warmly affectionate; fond: loving glances.
- agreeable — If something is agreeable, it is pleasant and you enjoy it.
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