verbπShareTo turn (someone) away from a privilege, right, job, etc."His bad attendance was repelling him from the opportunity to get a scholarship. "jobrightactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo reject, put off (a request, demand etc.)."The company is repelling all new job applications until the restructuring is complete. "attitudeactiondemandChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo ward off (a malignant influence, attack etc.)."The strong leadership of the teacher was repelling the negative rumors spreading through the class. "actionmilitaryweaponsciencesupernaturalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo drive back (an assailant, advancing force etc.)."The soldiers were repelling the enemy attack at the border. "militaryactionwarChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo force away by means of a repulsive force."The magnet was repelling the other magnet, pushing it away. "physicsscienceenergyactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo cause repulsion or dislike in; to disgust."The spoiled milk was repelling everyone with its sour smell. "sensationemotionattitudeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo save (a shot)."The goalie was praised for repelling the last-minute shot, saving the team the game. "sportactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn act by which something is repelled; repulsion."The bee's repelling of the unwanted wasp protected the hive's honey. "physicsactionscienceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
