repulse JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/ɹɪˈpʌls/ · rip·ulse
noun
- The act of repulsing or the state of being repulsed The repulse of the enemy forces was a significant victory for the army.
- Refusal, rejection or repulsion The repulse of her proposal was a crushing blow to her confidence.
verb
- To repel or drive back The army was able to repulse the enemy's assault.
- To reject or rebuff She was repulsed by his advances and told him to leave her alone.
- To cause revulsion in The smell of the rotting food repulsed me, and I couldn't eat it.
Did you know? The word 'repulse' has been used in various contexts, including military, social, and emotional. In the 19th century, the term 'repulse' was used to describe the rejection of a suitor, highlighting its versatility in describing different types of rejection.