Definition of REVULSION

revulsion

Meanings

Plural: revulsions

Noun

  • intense aversion
  • Abhorrence, a sense of loathing, intense aversion, repugnance, repulsion, horror.
  • A sudden violent feeling of disgust.
  • The treatment of one diseased area by acting elsewhere; counterirritation.
  • A strong pulling or drawing back; withdrawal.
  • A sudden reaction; a sudden and complete change of the feelings.

Origin / Etymology

Partly from Middle French révulsion and partly from Latin revulsiō.

Scrabble Score: 12

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Words With Friends Score: 16

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