Repulsion — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ri-ˈpəl-shən/ re·pul·sion

Meaning & Definition of Repulsion

Repulsion (noun)

  1. the action of repulsing, the state of being repulsed
  2. the action of repelling, the force with which bodies, particles, or like forces repel one another
  3. a feeling of aversion, repugnance

Repulsion (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a dislike so strong as to cause stomach upset or queasiness

    "we giggled at my father, who was overcome with repulsion when he realized he was eating octopus"

    similar: aversion, disgust, distaste, horror, loathing, nausea, repugnance, revulsion
    related: abhorrence, abomination, antipathy, execration, hate, hatred, allergy, averseness, disapproval, disfavor, disinclination, dislike, disliking, displeasure
    near: appetite, bent, fancy, favor, fondness, like, liking, love, partiality, penchant, predilection, preference, propensity, relish, shine, taste, use

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Repulsion

The most common words with a similar meaning to Repulsion:

aversion, disgust, distaste, horror, loathing, nausea, repugnance, revulsion

Related Words for Repulsion

abhorrence, abomination, antipathy, execration, hate, hatred, allergy, averseness, disapproval, disfavor, disinclination, dislike, disliking, displeasure

Near Antonyms of Repulsion

appetite, bent, fancy, favor, fondness, like, liking, love, partiality, penchant, predilection, preference, propensity, relish, shine, taste, use

Origin & Etymology of Repulsion

Middle English repulsioun, borrowed from Middle French & Medieval Latin; Middle French repulcion, repulsion, borrowed from Medieval Latin repulsiōn, repulsiō action of driving away or expelling (Late Latin, refutation), derivative, with the suffix of verbal action -tiōn-, -tiō, of Latin repellere "to push away, drive back, fend off " (with -s- from past participle and verbal noun repulsus) repel

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Repulsion

What does "Repulsion" mean?

"Repulsion" means the action of repulsing, the state of being repulsed. As a noun, it is defined as: the action of repulsing, the state of being repulsed.

What is another word for "Repulsion"?

Other words for "Repulsion" include aversion, disgust, distaste, horror, loathing, nausea, repugnance and revulsion. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Repulsion" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Repulsion"?

There are 22 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Repulsion". Common alternatives include aversion, disgust, distaste, horror, loathing, nausea, repugnance and revulsion.

How do you use "Repulsion" in a sentence?

Examples of "Repulsion" in a sentence: "we giggled at my father, who was overcome with repulsion when he realized he was eating octopus".

Is "Repulsion" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Repulsion" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Repulsion"?

"Repulsion" is pronounced /ri-ˈpəl-shən/ and divided into syllables as re·pul·sion.

What is the origin of the word "Repulsion"?

"Repulsion" comes from Middle English repulsioun, borrowed from Middle French & Medieval Latin; Middle French repulcion, repulsion, borrowed from Medieval Latin repulsiōn, repulsiō action of driving away or expelling (Late Latin, refutation), derivative, with the suffix of verbal action -tiōn-, -tiō, of Latin repellere "to push away, drive back, fend off " (with -s- from past participle and verbal noun repulsus) repel. First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Repulsion" meaning "a dislike so strong as to cause stomach upset or queasiness"?

When "Repulsion" (noun) means a dislike so strong as to cause stomach upset or queasiness, synonyms include aversion, disgust, distaste, horror, loathing and nausea.