aversion
Translation
aversion, dislike, antipathy
Examples
He has a strong aversion to spiders.
He has a strong aversion to spiders.
She developed an aversion to working late.
She developed an aversion to working late.
Grammar Patterns
((an aversion)) ((to sth./-ing)) a strong dislike of (sth./-ing) He has a strong aversion to spiders.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dislike, hatred, loathing; Antonyms: liking, fondness, desire
Etymology
From Latin 'a-' (away) + 'vertere' (to turn). Literally 'a turning away from'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'averting' your eyes from something you have an 'aversion' to.