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Meaning
Noun
●
Abhorrence, a
sense
of
loathing
,
intense
aversion
,
repugnance
,
repulsion
, horror.
●
A
sudden
violent
feeling
of disgust.
●
In Medicine:
The treatment of one
diseased
area by
acting
elsewhere; counterirritation.
●
A strong
pulling
or
drawing back
; withdrawal.
●
A
sudden
reaction
; a
sudden
and
complete
change of the feelings.
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Origin
revulsion
English
révulsion
French
Sourced from
Etym
Related
Disgust
Unease
Abhorrence
Indignation
Bafflement
Ambivalence
Distaste
Bewilderment
Anger
Outrage
Rage
Incredulity
Resentment
Antipathy
Hatred
Loathing
Disdain
Indifference
Bemusement
Hostility
Contempt
Fury
Animosity
Sadness
Disapproval
Astonishment
Uneasiness
Apprehension
Puzzlement
Condemnation
Fear
Dread
Terror
Disbelief
Anguish
Frustration
Discontent
Jealousy
Arrogance
Disillusionment
Rebellion
Backlash
Brutality
Disappointment
Defiance
Opposition
Hate
Despair
Obsession
Bitterness
Vicarious Embarrassment
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