aversion

The definition of an aversion is a dislike or distaste for something or someone, or a desire to avoid something or someone.

(noun)

An example of an aversion is when you dislike hot dogs and refuse to eat them as a result.

See aversion in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

Origin: L aversio < aversus, pp. of avertere: see avert

See aversion in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

A fixed, intense dislike; repugnance: formed an aversion to crowds.
The cause or object of such a feeling.
The avoidance of a thing, situation, or behavior because it has been associated with an unpleasant or painful stimulus.
Obsolete The act of turning away or averting.

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