To feel strong hatred or deep dislike toward someone or something.
彼は裏切った友人を今でも憎んでいる。
He still hates the friend who betrayed him.
子どもが虫を憎むのはよくある反応だ。
It's common for children to dislike (even hate) insects.
戦争の悲惨さを忘れず、憎む気持ちを平和のために生かすべきだ。
One should not forget the horrors of war and channel feelings of hatred into efforts for peace.