repulsion/rɪ.ˈpʌl.ʃən/Pluralrepulsions1intense hatred or disgustSynonyms: repugnancerevulsionhorror2the force by which bodies repel one anotherSynonyms: repulsive forceAntonyms: attraction3the act of repulsing or repelling an attack; a successful defensive standSynonyms: standoff