Synonyms for

Repelled

Verb / rʌˈpeld / / rɪˈpeld / Another word for repelled — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to push away or reject something or someone forcefully

Synonyms & similar words

attract drive repulse revolt rebuff fightoff driveback grossout beatback disgust forceback snub repel pushback disgust dislike hate disapprove refuse reject shun spurn avoid deter discourage forbid prohibit oppose combat

Example sentences

  1. The strong smell of onions repelled me from the kitchen.
  2. She repelled his advances with a stern look.
  3. The army repelled the enemy's attack.
  4. The repellent spray kept the mosquitoes away.
  5. The company's controversial actions repelled many customers.

Quotes

  • Love and trust and justice, concern for the poor, that's being pushed to the margins, and you can see it. The repelled are getting bigger.
  • I don't think anybody is naturally good or bad. Some people are just a little better or a little worse than others. A guy who is a great champion might be a little worse in some respects than a guy who never makes it past the first round. The difference between them is not that one was born with a repelling force field around him.
  • The only thing that will redeem mankind is cooperation.

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