Definitions
- Describing a strong dislike or repulsion towards something or someone. - Referring to a feeling of intense opposition or avoidance. - Talking about a deep-seated and persistent feeling of disliking or avoiding something.
- Referring to a mild or moderate dislike or lack of enjoyment towards something. - Describing a feeling of displeasure or dissatisfaction. - Talking about a sense of not finding something appealing or pleasant.
List of Similarities
- 1Both describe a negative feeling towards something.
- 2Both indicate a lack of liking or enjoyment.
- 3Both can be used to express a dislike or repulsion towards something.
- 4Both are emotions related to personal preferences.
- 5Both can be used to describe reactions to various stimuli.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Aversion is a stronger and more intense feeling of dislike compared to distaste, which is milder.
- 2Persistence: Aversion is a deep-seated and long-lasting feeling, while distaste can be temporary or fleeting.
- 3Specificity: Aversion is often directed towards a specific thing or person, while distaste can be more general.
- 4Usage: Aversion is more commonly used in formal or serious contexts, while distaste is more casual and informal.
- 5Connotation: Aversion can imply a stronger emotional reaction or even a physical repulsion, while distaste suggests a less intense feeling of dislike.
Remember this!
Aversion and distaste are both words used to describe a dislike or lack of enjoyment towards something. However, aversion is a stronger and more intense feeling that is deep-seated and persistent. It is often used in formal or serious contexts to express a strong opposition or avoidance. On the other hand, distaste is a milder feeling of displeasure or dissatisfaction that can be temporary and more casually used.
