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Meaning of repelled
The primary meaning of the word "repelled" is to drive or force someone or something away, often in a violent or abrupt manner.
Etymology of repelled
The word "repelled" originates from the Latin words "re" meaning "back" or "away" and "pellere" meaning "to drive", with the past tense and past participle forms being influenced by the Old French "repeller"
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of driving or forcing someone or something away
Synonyms
repulsed
rejected
dismissed
refused
spurned
rebuffed
denied
turned down
declined
deterred
discouraged
put off
averted
deflected
diverted
warded off
fended off
parried
rebuffed
repelled
sent packing
showed the door
threw out
kicked out
dismissed
banished
ostracized
exiled
expelled
ejected
evicted
rejected
refused
rebuffed
spurned
repulsed
disgusted
nauseated
sickened
revolted
appalled
horrified
dismayed
disheartened
disillusioned
Definitions
- To drive or force someone or something away, often in a violent or abrupt manner
- * To feel distaste or aversion for something
- * To push or drive something back, often with force
Usage Examples
- The smell of rotting food repelled me from the dumpster
- * The new policy repelled many customers who were loyal to the brand
- * The strong winds repelled the hikers from reaching the summit
Antonyms
attracted
drawn
pulled
lured
enticed
tempted
invited
welcomed
accepted
embraced
encouraged
supported
promoted
appealed
pleased
delighted
charmed
fascinated
captivated
enthralled
allured
beckoned
summoned
called
solicited
wooed
courted