Meaning & Definition of word "Repugnant"
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Repugnant
/rɪˈpʌɡ.nənt/
adjective:
- 1. extremely distasteful; unacceptable
- Example: The idea of animal cruelty is repugnant to many people.
- 2. in conflict with; contradictory
- Example: His actions were repugnant to the values we stand for as a community.
- 3. causing a strong sense of disgust
- Example: She found the smell of the spoiled food absolutely repugnant.
Etymology
Latin repugnans, from repugnare meaning 'to fight back'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
repugnant idea:
An idea that is completely unacceptable or offensive.
repugnant behavior:
Behavior that causes disgust or strong disapproval.
Related Words
repugnance:
A strong feeling of disgust or aversion.
repulse:
To drive back; to cause to feel disgust.
repugnantness:
The quality of being repugnant.
Slang Meanings of repugnant
Meaning: That’s gross!
Example Sentence: The food they served was just repugnant, like, 'That's gross!'
Meaning: What a turn-off!
Example Sentence: The way he treated her was totally repugnant, such a turn-off!