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repulsion Synonyms

Another word for repulsion

Choosing another word for repulsion depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A feeling of intense disgust, distaste, or strong aversion toward someone or something.

Usage Example

"She felt a sudden wave of revulsion at the sight of the decaying food in the refrigerator."

Strongest
revulsion
disgust
repugnance
abhorrence
Strong
loathing
aversion
distaste
antipathy
detestation

• noun (Context 2)

The act of driving back, warding off, or forcing away an opposing force or intrusion.

Usage Example

"The historical chronicle detailed the successful repulse of the invaders at the city gates."

Strongest
repulse
Strong
rejection
rebuff
Weak
expulsion

Opposites of repulsion

The opposite of repulsion shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

attraction
liking
affection
welcome
fondness
acceptance
affinity
admiration
See all opposites of repulsion

• Nearby Words

repugnant
repulse
repulser
repulsion
repulsive
repulsively
repulsiveness

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Repulsion. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/repulsion
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