repel
/rɪˈpɛl/
verb
- To push away or drive back something or someone, especially an attack or an unwanted force.
- The army was able to repel the enemy invasion with heavy artillery.
- The fabric is treated with a special coating to repel water and stains.
- She sprayed insect repellent on her arms to repel mosquitoes.
- To cause strong dislike or disgust; to be unappealing.
- His rude behavior repelled his coworkers, who avoided him at meetings.
- The movie's graphic violence repelled many viewers, who walked out of the theater.
- The smell of rotten eggs repels most people immediately.
- To resist or refuse to accept something, such as an idea or offer.
- She tried to repel the negative thoughts that kept creeping into her mind.
- The company's strict rules repel talented employees who seek more freedom.
- The committee voted to repel the proposed changes to the policy.
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