repulsively
|re-pul-sive-ly|
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/rɪˈpʌlsɪvli/
(repulsive)
causing disgust
Etymology
Etymology Information
'repulsive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'repulsus,' where 're-' meant 'back' and 'pellere' meant 'to drive.'
Historical Evolution
'repulsus' transformed into the French word 'repulsif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'repulsive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to drive back or repel,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'causing disgust or aversion.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that causes strong dislike or disgust.
The food was repulsively greasy.
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Last updated: 2025/04/03 08:34