revulsion (Meaning)
revulsion (n)
intense aversion
revulsion (n.)
A strong pulling or drawing back; withdrawal.
A sudden reaction; a sudden and complete change; -- applied to the feelings.
The act of turning or diverting any disease from one part of the body to another. It resembles derivation, but is usually applied to a more active form of counter irritation.
Synonyms & Antonyms of revulsion
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- abomination
- hate
- allergy
- disliking
- execration
- abhorrence
- disinclination
- dislike
- antipathy
- displeasure
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FAQs About the word revulsion
intense aversionA strong pulling or drawing back; withdrawal., A sudden reaction; a sudden and complete change; -- applied to the feelings., The act of turning
horror, hatred,disgust, disapproval,distaste, nausea, aversion, repulsion, repugnance, loathing
liking, bent, fancy, liking, favor, preference, use, use, bent, love
The grisly murder scene filled her with profound revulsion.
The sight of raw sewage evoked an instant revulsion within him.
The pungent odor of decaying flesh triggered a wave of revulsion in her senses.
The child's abusive behavior towards animals caused a deep revulsion within the community.
