have a down on


be down on (someone or something)

To have or express negative or overly critical feelings toward someone or something. I don't know why you're so down on Robert, he's such a nice guy to everyone! Don't be so down on this vacation to your grandparents' farm. I know it's not very exotic, but we'll still have a great time!See also: down, on

have a down on (someone or something)

To have or express negative or overly critical feelings toward someone or something. I don't know why you have a down on Robert—he's such a nice guy to everyone! Don't have a down on this vacation to your grandparents' farm. I know it's not very exotic, but we'll still have a great time!See also: down, have, on

have a (or be) down on

disapprove of; feel hostile or antagonistic towards. informalSee also: down, have, on