verbπShareTo turn (someone) away from a privilege, right, job, etc."His bad behavior during the interview will likely repel him from getting the job. "jobrightChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo reject, put off (a request, demand etc.)."The company decided to repel the union's demands for higher wages. "attitudedemandactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo ward off (a malignant influence, attack etc.)."The mosquito spray helped us repel the insects during our picnic. "actionmilitaryscienceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo drive back (an assailant, advancing force etc.)."The security guards repelled the angry mob trying to break into the school. "militarywaractionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo force away by means of a repulsive force."The magnet's north pole repels the other magnet's north pole. "physicsenergyactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo cause repulsion or dislike in; to disgust."The teacher's harsh tone repelled the students, making them lose interest in the lesson. "sensationemotionattitudecharactermindChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo save (a shot)."The goalie repelled the shot, saving the team from a goal. "sportactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
