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repugnance

noun
/rɪˈpʌɡ.nəns/

Meaning

intense disgust or strong aversion towards something

Example Sentences

She felt deep repugnance at the cruelty of the act.

Synonyms

disgust, aversion, loathing, abhorrence

Antonyms

approval, liking, attraction

Collocations

feel repugnance, express repugnance, repugnance for cruelty

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