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Synonyms & Similar Words
repulsive
distasteful
unpleasant
disagreeable
obnoxious
offensive
disgusting
nauseating
sickening
repugnant
abhorrent
odious
hateful
detestable
loathsome
nauseous
unappealing
uninviting
unwelcome
unattractive
disgusting
foul
gross
vile
objectionable
undesirable
unsavory
unpalatable
off-putting
unappealing
unalluring
Meaning of Repellent
The primary meaning of the word "repellent" is something that causes a feeling of distaste or disgust.
Definitions
- Giving a strong feeling of distaste or disgust: the smell was repellent to her
- * Used to describe something, especially a chemical substance, that is used to repel something, especially insects or vermin: a repellent spray for mosquitoes
Etymology of Repellent
The word "repellent" comes from the Latin verb "repellere", which means to drive back or repel, and the suffix "-ent" forming an adjective, from the Latin "-entem", which is a present participle suffix.
Historically, the term has been used since the 15th century to describe something that drives away or repels, and its meaning has expanded to include a feeling of distaste or disgust.
Example Uses
- The smell of the rotten food was repellent to everyone in the room.
- * Insect repellent is a must when going on a camping trip.
- * His behavior was repellent and made everyone avoid him.