Repelled

Pronunciation: /rəˈpɛld/

Repelled (verb)

  1. To be forced to move away from someone or something because of fear, dislike, or a strong effect.
  2. To stop an attack or attempt by making the other side retreat.
  3. To prevent contact or mixing by creating a force that makes particles move away from each other.

Examples

  • The strong smell repelled everyone in the room.
  • The loud noise repelled the customers from the store.