Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
repugnant
adjective
/rɪˈpʌɡ.nənt/
Definition
causing a strong feeling of dislike or disgust.
Examples
- The idea of harming animals is repugnant to many people.
- He found her behavior repugnant and could not continue their friendship.
- Some of the statements in the report were considered repugnant by the public.
Meaning
Something that is repugnant is offensive or inappropriate, leading to a feeling of aversion.
Synonyms
- offensive
- disgusting
- abhorrent
- distasteful
- repulsive
