repulsiveness

Meanings

• adjective

  Evoking strong feelings of disgust or aversion.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with repulsiveness
revolves , envelopes , approves

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Variants

List of all variants of repulsiveness that leads to same result
repulsive , repulsively , repulsiveness , repulsivenesses

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Etymology

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From Old French repulser, meaning 'to drive back, repel'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'repulsiveness' is often used in medical contexts to describe the appearance or smell of a disease or injury.

2. In some cultures, it is considered impolite to express repulsiveness directly, and people may use euphemisms or indirect language instead.

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Related Concepts

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1. disgust: A strong emotional response to something perceived as unpleasant or offensive.

2. aversion: An intense dislike or disdain for something.

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Culture

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Repulsiveness is often associated with strong negative emotions and can be found in various forms of art and literature, such as horror movies and novels, where it is used to evoke fear and disgust in the audience.

How to Memorize "repulsiveness"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a strongly unpleasant smell or sight to associate with the word.

2. associate
   

   - Think of something that makes you feel disgusted or repelled.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym R-E-P-U-L-S-I-V-E to remember the meaning: Repelled, Evoked, Pungent, Unpleasant, Loathsome, Intense, Visceral, Emotional.

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