repelled

[US]/[rɪˈpɛld]/
[UK]/[rɪˈpɛld]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To push or force back with force.; To drive away; to repel.; To feel aversion or dislike towards.; To reject; to refuse.
adj.Inspiring strong dislike or aversion.

Phrases & Collocations

repelled by the smell

repelled the attack

repelled advances

repelling force

repelled him

repelled water

repelling insects

repelled gaze

repelled efforts

repelled visitors

Example Sentences

the strong smell repelled me from the room.

he was repelled by her aggressive behavior.

the politician's policies repelled many voters.

the rough texture of the fabric repelled my hand.

the dog was repelled by the loud noise.

i was repelled by the thought of public speaking.

the water-repellent coating repelled the rain.

the audience was repelled by the film's violence.

the company's unethical practices repelled investors.

the icy wind repelled us from the summit.

the food's unusual taste repelled my appetite.

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