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Vocabulary Entry
repulsion
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The act or state of pushing away or driving back; a strong feeling of dislike or aversion.
Example Sentences
"The repulsion she felt towards the food was obvious."
"His repulsion for dishonesty made it hard for him to trust anyone."
"The magnetic repulsion kept the two magnets from touching."
V
verb
To drive away or push back; to cause a strong feeling of dislike or aversion in someone.
Example Sentences
"The teacher's harsh criticism seemed to repulse the students."
"The foul smell repulsed the tourists from the old building."
"His rude comments often repulse his friends."