liking

noun

lik·​ing ˈlī-kiŋ How to pronounce liking (audio)
Synonyms of likingnext
: favorable regard : fondness, taste
… had a greater liking for law …E. M. Coulter
took a liking to the newcomer

Examples of liking in a Sentence

I have a liking for dark chocolate.
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They’re designed with a drawstring waistband to adjust the fit to your liking, plus two side pockets, two cargo pockets, and two back pockets to hold your essentials. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 4 July 2026 Plus, the straps can be tightened or loosened to your liking. Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026 Trump has aggressively pushed for lower interest rates, repeatedly berating former Fed Chair Jerome Powell for not decreasing borrowing costs to the president’s liking. Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 30 June 2026 Add the greens and/or vegetables, in stages as necessary, and toss in the garlicky oil, then add the sauce and cook to your liking, stirring frequently. Emily Siner, NPR, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for liking

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of liking was in the 14th century

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“Liking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/liking. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

Kids Definition

liking

noun
lik·​ing
ˈlī-kiŋ
: a being pleased with someone or something : fondness, taste

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