Definitions

can't stand

VERB

hate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

abhor despise detest loathe scorn shun

STRONG

abominate anathematize contemn curse deprecate deride disapprove disdain disfavor disparage execrate nauseate spurn

WEAK

be disgusted with be hostile to be loath be reluctant be repelled by be sick of be sorry bear a grudge against feel malice to have an aversion to have enough of have no use for look down on not care for object to recoil from shudder at spit upon

Antonyms

STRONGEST

admire adore approve cherish like love

STRONG

commend compliment endorse flatter laud praise sanction

Example Sentences

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If you can’t stand the heat, better get out of the market’s kitchen.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

"I just can't stand this guy," Trump said at a Kentucky rally with Gallrein in March.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

There will be short, sharp peaks and valleys, but if you can’t stand the rises and falls in altitude, hand over those anxieties to your silent, hardworking virtual self.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

In another interview, with NBC News, he said, “I can’t stand my voice.”

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

I ask when I feel like I can’t stand not knowing for even one more second.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish

can't stand

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