repulsion (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /rɪˈpʌlʃən/
Definition
A feeling of intense distaste or disgust, or a force that pushes things apart.
Examples
She felt a deep repulsion for his cruel behavior.
The magnetic repulsion between the north poles was powerful.
His comments were met with widespread repulsion.
How to Use repulsion
- repulsion for (prepositional phrase)
- A feeling of disgust or dislike directed towards something or someone. — "His repulsion for violence was well-known."
- repulsion between (prepositional phrase)
- The force that pushes two or more things apart. — "The repulsion between the two electrons kept them at a distance."
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