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aversion

noun

ə-ˈvər-zhən

Definition of aversion

as in disgust

a dislike so strong as to cause stomach upset or queasiness I simply have this ingrained aversion to the sight of bloodshed

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as in dislike

a strong feeling of not liking or approving couldn't overcome her aversion to her brother-in-law and pointedly avoided his company

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as in phobia

something or someone that is hated clichés should be the pet aversion of every good writer

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Recent Examples of aversion Currently, the interplay of elevated interest rates and high oil prices is intensifying risk aversion across global markets, suggesting capital outflow pressure on emerging market bonds could persist for some time. — CNBC, 29 Sep. 2026 Some speculated that Arévalo’s aversion to escalation emanates from that experience, too, given his youth in exile and the persecution of many of his father’s supporters in the years after the 1954 coup. — Will Freeman, The Atlantic, 20 Sep. 2026 Three years post-divorce and still harboring an aversion to the holiday, Amanda is heading to Vermont with her sister Lucy (Williams) to enjoy an un-Christmasy getaway…and finds that Jack is on their flight. — Denise Petski, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2026 And there’s nothing a 43-year-old quarterback with an aversion to being hit will enjoy more than not facing a legitimate pass rush. — The Athletic Staff, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for aversion

Recent Examples of Synonyms for aversion

Noun

Amateur humiliation content has become widespread on the internet, giving Americans more opportunities than ever to indulge in gleeful disgust or righteous outrage.

— Daniel LaChance, The Conversation, 21 Sep. 2026
This week’s list of South Florida restaurants failing inspection doesn’t bring volume — four restaurants — but does bring a strong amount of disgust.

— David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of disgust

Noun

Several factors raise the risk, according to Cleveland Clinic, including a history of negative or traumatic experiences with needles and a family history of needle phobia.

— Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 8 Oct. 2026
Long before the cancer, my father, Rajeev, who was 63, avoided conventional medicine with an intensity that bordered on phobia.

— Trisha Thadani Kirsten Potter Tanya Pérez Devin Murphy, New York Times, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of phobia

Noun

Samantha Sloyan is aware of the distaste for some of her past characters.

— Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 11 Oct. 2026
Wiseman says the show has yet to specifically talk about Bram Stoker’s bloodthirsty Count Dracula, but Port says the Halloween episode will discuss the coven’s distaste for vampire stereotypes.

— Whitney Friedlander, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of distaste

Noun

The other is that Republicans’ antipathy towards vote-by-mail is waning.

— Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 1 June 2026
Alexander Kazakov | Afp | Getty Images That Russia and China are seen as ideologically aligned on many geopolitical issues, with each sharing a traditional antipathy and distrust towards the West, and Washington.

— Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 20 May 2026

Definition of antipathy

Noun

Gastrointestinal problems, such as nausea, were the most common adverse events, generally experienced as doses were increased.

— Mike McRae October 09, New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2026
Some parents may be more lenient than others on the candy indulgence, but Arnaout says setting limits is important to avoid children getting stomach aches or nausea.

— Lina Ruiz October 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of nausea

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Slota’s online footprint shows a history of endorsing violence against political enemies, training with firearms, and inviting other leftists to prepare for possible armed conflict before his arrest, a Washington Examiner review found.

— Hudson Crozier, The Washington Examiner, 9 Oct. 2026
Dexter will also battle a new, unexpected enemy — a mid-life crisis — as Harrison (Alcott) continues his own pursuit of justice as father and son face their darkest chapter yet.

— Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 8 Oct. 2026

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