repulse synonyms

repulse

n.

rebuff, setback, snub; see defeat 2, refusal.

repulse

v.

  1. To drive back

    repel, set back, overthrow, resist; see repel 1.

  2. To rebuff

    spurn, reject, snub; see rebuff 1, refuse.

  3. To disgust

    nauseate, offend, revolt; see disgust.

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