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Synonyms & Similar Words
aversion
distaste
disgust
repugnance
abhorrence
loathing
hatred
detestation
antipathy
animosity
hostility
antagonism
opposition
resistance
revulsion
nausea
squeamishness
dislike
disapproval
dissent
opposition
disaffection
displeasure
discontent
dissatisfaction
disgruntlement
distaste
displeasure
Meaning of Repulsion
A feeling of intense dislike or distaste
Definitions
- A strong feeling of disgust or distaste, strong dislike or distaste, the act of driving or pushing something away
- * A force that causes something to move away from something else
Etymology of Repulsion
The word "repulsion" comes from the Latin "repulsio", which is derived from "repellere", meaning "to drive away"
Historically, the word has been used to describe both physical and emotional forces that cause something to move away or be driven away
Example Uses
- The smell of rotten food filled her with repulsion
- * The two magnets experienced a repulsion, causing them to push away from each other
- * His behavior towards her was met with repulsion from the rest of the group
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
attraction
affection
love
fondness
liking
appreciation
admiration
approval
acceptance
tolerance
sympathy
empathy
understanding
harmony
agreement
accord
unity
cooperation
friendship
amity
concord