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Synonyms & Similar Words
repulses
rejects
rebuffs
spurns
declines
refuses
discourages
deters
prevents
blocks
hinders
obstructs
thwarts
resists
withstands
fends
defends
pushes
drives
forces
expels
ejects
casts
banishes
excludes
shuts
locks
bars
wards
averts
avoids
shuns
eschews
renounces
abjures
dismisses
disperses
scatters
routs
puts
offends
disgusts
sickens
nauseates
repugns
Meaning of Repels
The primary meaning of the word "repels" is to drive or force something or someone away, often in a violent or aggressive manner.
Definitions
- To drive or force something or someone away, often in a violent or aggressive manner
- * To be unattractive or unpleasant to someone, causing them to feel dislike or disgust
- * To push or drive something back, often using force or pressure
Etymology of Repels
The word "repels" originates from the Latin word "repellere", which means "to drive back" or "to repel", a combination of "re-" (meaning "back" or "again") and "pellere" (meaning "to drive")
Historically, the word has been used in various contexts, including physics, chemistry, and biology, to describe the act of driving or forcing something away
Example Uses
- The new policy repels investors due to its strict regulations
- * The smell of rotten food repels people from eating it
- * The magnetic field repels the iron filings
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
attracts
draws
pulls
invites
welcomes
accepts
encourages
promotes
supports
fosters
nurtures
entertains
amuses
delights
pleases
gratifies
satisfies
allures
entices
lures
beckons
summons
courts
woos
charms
fascinates
captivates
enchants