repulsive

[rɪˈpʌlsɪv]

repulsive Definition

• 1. causing intense disgust or dislike
• 2. tending to repel, esp. by coldness and discourtesy

Using repulsive: Examples

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

• Example

  The smell of the garbage was repulsive.

• Example

  I find his behavior towards women repulsive.

• Example

  The idea of eating insects is repulsive to many people.

repulsive Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for repulsive

• disgusting
• revolting
• offensive
• abhorrent
• repugnant

Antonyms for repulsive

• attractive
• appealing
• alluring

Phrases with repulsive

• repulsive force

  a force that pushes objects away from each other

  Example

  The magnets have a repulsive force that keeps them apart.

• repulsive personality

  a person who has an unpleasant or offensive personality

  Example

  His repulsive personality made it difficult for him to make friends.

• repulsive behavior

  behavior that is disgusting or offensive

  Example

  His repulsive behavior towards animals was reported to the authorities.

Origins of repulsive

from Latin 'repulsivus', meaning 'driving back'

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Summary: repulsive in Brief

The term 'repulsive' [rɪˈpʌlsɪv] describes something that causes intense disgust or dislike. It can also refer to behavior that is cold and discourteous. Examples include 'The smell of the garbage was repulsive' and 'I find his behavior towards women repulsive.' Synonyms include 'disgusting' and 'revolting,' while antonyms include 'attractive' and 'appealing.'