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Repulsing: meaning, definitions and examples

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repulsing

 

[ rɪˈpʌl.sɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

physical reaction

Repulsing refers to the act of driving something away or causing a feeling of strong dislike or distaste. It can involve repelling enemies in a battle or creating an aversion to something offensive or unpleasant. This word is often used in contexts like biology, where organisms repel others for survival purposes. Additionally, it can describe emotional responses where certain actions or behaviors are met with strong resistance.

Synonyms

averting, disgusting, offensive, repelling

Examples of usage

  • The army was successful in repulsing the invaders.
  • Her rude comments did nothing but repulse him.
  • The foul smell was repulsing the guests.

Translations

Translations of the word "repulsing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 repulsivo

🇮🇳 अवशोषण

🇩🇪 abstoßend

🇮🇩 menjijikkan

🇺🇦 відразливий

🇵🇱 odpychający

🇯🇵 嫌悪感を与える

🇫🇷 répulsif

🇪🇸 repulsivo

🇹🇷 itici

🇰🇷 혐오감을 주는

🇸🇦 طارد

🇨🇿 odpudivý

🇸🇰 odpudivý

🇨🇳 排斥的

🇸🇮 odvračajoč

🇮🇸 fráhrindandi

🇰🇿 жек көретін

🇬🇪 გაღიზიანებელი

🇦🇿 qorxuducu

🇲🇽 repulsivo

Etymology

The term 'repulse' comes from the Latin word 'repulsare,' which means 'to drive back' or 'to repel.' The root 'pulsus' is derived from 'pellere,' meaning 'to drive or push.' The transformation of this word into English occurred around the late Middle Ages, where it took on both physical and emotional connotations. Originally associated with physical force being applied, over time, it evolved to include any action or reaction that causes aversion or distaste. The evolution of the word reflects broader changes in societal attitudes towards confrontation and unwelcome feelings.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,327 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.