18 Non Progressive Verbs

There are some verbs called Non Progressive Verbs which can’t be used in progressive or continuous tenses. These verbs are related to mental processes, emotional states, possession, sense perception (the senses, which are involuntary actions), and some others which are difficult to classify.

Below, you can see the list of some verbs:

Amaze	Hear
Appreciate	Know
Astonish	Like
Believe	Love
Desire	Mind
Dislike	Prefer
Envy	See
Fear	Seem
Hate	Sound

• I feel exhausted and distressed.
• The school needs more ambitious and curious students.
• They dislike people who are selfish and arrogant.

Non Progressive Verbs are related to:

• Mental processes;
• Emotional states;
• Senses.

Sometimes Non Progressive Verbs can be used in progressive but their meanings change.