repulsed

[riˈpʌlst]

repulsed Definition

• 1. to feel disgust or intense dislike towards something or someone
• 2. to drive back or keep away

Using repulsed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "repulsed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I was repulsed by the smell of the garbage.

• Example

  The idea of eating snails repulses me.

• Example

  The army repulsed the enemy's attack.

• Example

  The repellent spray repulsed the mosquitoes.

repulsed Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for repulsed

• disgusted
• revolted
• appalled
• sickened
• abhorred

Antonyms for repulsed

• attracted
• allured
• enticed

Phrases with repulsed

• repulsed by

  feeling disgusted or intensely disliking something or someone

  Example

  She was repulsed by the sight of the dead animals.

• repulse an attack

  to drive back or keep away an attack

  Example

  The army successfully repulsed the enemy's attack.

• repulsive behavior

  behavior that is extremely unpleasant, offensive, or disgusting

  Example

  His repulsive behavior made everyone uncomfortable.

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Summary: repulsed in Brief

To be 'repulsed' [riˈpʌlst] means to feel intense disgust or dislike towards something or someone. It can also mean to drive back or keep away, as in 'The army repulsed the enemy's attack.' The verb is often used with prepositions like 'by,' as in 'She was repulsed by the sight of the dead animals.' Synonyms include 'disgusted' and 'revolted,' while antonyms include 'attracted' and 'enticed.'