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repellent
01
causing intense dislike, disgust, or aversion
Examples
The smell from the garbage was utterly repellent.
His repellent behavior drove everyone away.
02
unable to blend with or absorb another substance
Examples
The material 's repellent finish prevents corrosion.
Oil is naturally repellent to water.
Repellent
01
the ability or force that drives something away or prevents approach
Examples
The strong magnetic repellent between the poles prevented them from touching.
Fear acted as a natural repellent, keeping him from entering the dark alley.
02
a substance applied to keep animals away
Examples
Mosquito repellent is essential in tropical regions.
The farmer sprayed a deer repellent around the crops.
03
a substance used to treat materials to make them resistant to water
Examples
The jacket was coated with a water-repellent.
The tent fabric was treated with a repellent to keep it dry.
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