REVULSION

How it’s pronounced

Definition:

A strong feeling of disgust or loathing.

Synonyms: 

Distaste, Revulsion, Repugnance

Antonyms: 

Delight, Fondness, Attraction

Examples:

• She felt revulsion at the sight of the spoiled food.

• His cruel actions filled her with revulsion.

Etymology:

From Latin revulsio meaning “a tearing away”.

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