revulsion
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for revulsion, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A strong feeling of disgust or repugnance.
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How to use revulsion
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Etymology
Partly from Middle French révulsion and partly directly from Latin revulsio, "a tearing away".
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What does “revulsion” mean?
The word “revulsion” means a strong feeling of disgust or repugnance. In plain terms, intense disgust — a strong, gut-level reaction against something.
How do you pronounce “revulsion”?
“Revulsion” is pronounced rih-VUHL-shuhn (/ɹɪˈvʌlʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “revulsion” in a sentence?
Here is “revulsion” used in a sentence: “She felt revulsion at the sight of the rotting food.”
What part of speech is “revulsion”?
“Revulsion” is a noun.
Where does the word “revulsion” come from?
The word “revulsion” comes from Latin. Partly from Middle French révulsion and partly directly from Latin revulsio, "a tearing away".