repulse
0 antonyms and opposites of repulse, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To drive back an attack or attacker.
How to use repulse
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin repulsus, past participle of repellere, "to drive back" — from re- ("back") plus pellere ("to drive").
Full origin of repulse →Frequently asked questions
What does “repulse” mean?
The word “repulse” means to drive back an attack or attacker. In plain terms, to beat back an attack, or to disgust someone.
How do you pronounce “repulse”?
“Repulse” is pronounced rih-PUHLS (/ɹɪˈpʌls/ in IPA).
How do you use “repulse” in a sentence?
Here is “repulse” used in a sentence: “The defenders repulsed three waves of assault before nightfall.”
What part of speech is “repulse”?
Depending on how it is used, “repulse” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “repulse” come from?
The word “repulse” comes from Latin. From Latin repulsus, past participle of repellere, "to drive back" — from re- ("back") plus pellere ("to drive").
How many meanings does “repulse” have?
“Repulse” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to drive back an attack or attacker.