Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
repelir
Verb
/rɪˈpɛlɪr/
Definition
To drive away or force something back, often used in the context of an object or force that does not allow another object to come close.
Examples
- The spray is designed to repel insects.
- He tried to repel the advances of the aggressive salespeople.
- The walls of the fortress were built to repel invading armies.
Meaning
Repelir refers to the action of pushing something away or creating a barrier that prevents further contact or approach.
Synonyms
- Drive away
- Ward off
- Dispel
- Reject