Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

aversion

noun

/əˈvɜrʒən/

Definition

A strong dislike or disinclination towards something.

Examples

She has a strong aversion to spiders, often screaming at the sight of one.
His aversion to crowded places made him hesitant to attend public events.
The child showed an aversion to eating vegetables, often pushing them away during dinner.

Meaning

Aversion refers to a feeling of intense dislike or avoidance of a person, situation, or object. It can manifest in emotional responses or behaviors aimed at steering clear of the unwanted entity.