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repulsive
01
causing a strong feeling of disgust or dislike
Examples
The repulsive smell emanating from the garbage can made her feel nauseated.
The repulsive sight of the decaying carcass turned her stomach.
Examples
His repulsive manner made it hard to start a conversation.
She gave him a repulsive glance and turned away.
03
causing two objects or particles to push away from each other due to a force
Examples
Like magnetic poles produce a repulsive force when brought close together.
The repulsive interaction between the electrons prevented them from occupying the same space.
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repulsiveness
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