repulsive
repulsive
Adjective
comp: more repulsivesup: most repulsive
This term describes a visceral reaction of disgust, evoking a physical or emotional need to recoil. It is stronger than "unpleasant" or "distasteful," suggesting a level of offense that is nearly unbearable, whether triggered by a foul odor, a gruesome sight, or a morally bankrupt behavior.
In scientific contexts, the word shifts from an emotional judgment to a physical description of force. It describes the mechanical action of pushing objects apart, as seen in electromagnetism, where the term is used neutrally to describe the interaction between similar charges.
Meanings
Examples
The monster had a repulsive appearance.
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