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re·pel·lent (re·pel·lant)
 repellent (repellant)
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- pronunciation:
- rih
pe
l
nt
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective, noun)
part of speech: |
adjective |
definition 1: |
causing distaste, aversion, or repulsion.
- synonyms:
- disgusting, loathsome, nauseous, obnoxious, repugnant, repulsive, revolting, sickening
- antonyms:
- alluring, appealing, engaging, pleasing
- similar words:
- abhorrent, abominable, distasteful, grim, gross, hideous, odious, offensive, vile
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definition 2: |
having the effect of driving away.
- synonyms:
- impermeable, impervious, repulsive, resistant
- antonyms:
- adorable, attractive
- similar words:
- aggressive, immune, impenetrable, offensive, proof, protective
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related words: |
gruesome, nasty, putrid, ugly, unsightly |
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
something that repels or drives away.
insect repellent |
definition 2: |
a substance added to cloth that causes it to repel water, used esp. for raincoats.
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derivation: |
repellently (repellantly) (adv.) |
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