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repulse

1 of 2verb
/rɪˈpʌls/
Forms:repulses,repulsing,repulsed,repulsed
1

to drive back or push away

  • Sarah tried to make amends, but her former friend seemed to repulse every attempt at reconciliation.
  • His arrogant demeanor and insensitive comments repulsed most people he met.
2

cause to move back by force or influence

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3

be repellent to; cause aversion in

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