EnglishMain Dictionary
repulse
Universal Words
verb [VN] (formal)
1 [usuallypassive] to make sb feel disgust or strong dislike
SYNREPEL:
I was repulsed by the horrible smell.
2 to fight sb who is attacking you and drive them away
SYNREPEL:
to repulse an attack / invasion / offensive
3 to refuse to accept sb's help, attempts to be friendly, etc:
Each time I tried to help I was repulsed. * She repulsed his advances.
