Definition & Meaning of "repulse"

to repulse

to drive back or push away

cause to move back by force or influence

be repellent to; cause aversion in

Repulse

an instance of driving away or warding off

repulse

pulse

repulsion

repulsive

adj

repulsive

adj

Example

His arrogant demeanor and insensitive comments repulsed most people he met.

Sarah tried to make amends, but her former friend seemed to repulse every attempt at reconciliation.

The foul sight of the decaying animal carcass repulsed passersby.

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