repel
Translation
to repel, to drive away, to disgust
Examples
The two magnets repel each other.
The two magnets repel each other.
This spray repels insects.
This spray repels insects.
His arrogance repels many people.
His arrogance repels many people.
Grammar Patterns
((sth./sb.)) to drive (sth./sb.) back or away This spray repels insects.
((sb.)) to cause (sb.) to feel disgust His arrogance repels many people.
Similar Words
Synonyms: drive away, push back, disgust; Antonyms: attract, draw in
Etymology
From Latin 're-' (back) + 'pellere' (to drive, push). Literally 'to drive back'.
Memory Tips
Think of a magnetic 'repulsion' field pushing things away. The word has a strong 'push back' feeling.