Pronunciation: /ˈheɪt ˌwɑtʃ/
noun A type of entertainment where someone watches a show or movie that they dislike or find annoying, often for the purpose of criticizing or making fun of it.
A1 I hate-watch reality TV shows when I have nothing else to do.
A2 She enjoys hate-watching bad movies just to make fun of them.
B1 Hate-watching can be a guilty pleasure for some people who like to criticize TV shows.
B2 Many online forums are dedicated to discussing hate-watches of popular TV series.
C1 The concept of hate-watching has become a cultural phenomenon in the age of streaming services.
C2 Some critics argue that hate-watching can be a form of cultural critique and engagement with media.
formal Some people engage in hate-watching as a form of entertainment critique.
informal I hate-watch that show just to see how bad it really is.
slang I can't help but hate-watch that show, it's so cringeworthy.
figurative Hate-watching is like watching a train wreck - you can't look away even though it's terrible.
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