1
as in disgust
a dislike so strong as to cause stomach upset or queasiness
I simply have this ingrained aversion to the sight of bloodshed
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2
as in dislike
a strong feeling of not liking or approving
couldn't overcome her aversion to her brother-in-law and pointedly avoided his company
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3
as in phobia
something or someone that is hated
clichés should be the pet aversion of every good writer
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Recent Examples of aversion
In turn, conservatives have come to Tesla’s defense — a surprising about-face given the right’s typical aversion to EVs.
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Julia Shapero, The Hill, 27 Mar. 2025
Such mixed company was unusual in midcentury America—as was Abercrombie’s aversion to homemaking and mothering.
—Jeremy Lybarger, ARTnews.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Take calculated risks: Combat the perception of risk aversion by championing bold, innovative initiatives that push organizational boundaries.
—Roger Dooley, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
His approach to its development was, in part, a product of his aversion to writing.
—Christopher Byrd, The New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2025
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Julia Shapero, The Hill, 27 Mar. 2025
Such mixed company was unusual in midcentury America—as was Abercrombie’s aversion to homemaking and mothering.
—Jeremy Lybarger, ARTnews.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Take calculated risks: Combat the perception of risk aversion by championing bold, innovative initiatives that push organizational boundaries.
—Roger Dooley, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
His approach to its development was, in part, a product of his aversion to writing.
—Christopher Byrd, The New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aversion
Noun
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Some of his younger contemporaries must look at him in disgust.—
Nick Canepa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Apr. 2025
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The Ridgewood, New Jersey native slammed his club into the ground in disgust.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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When someone in your workplace seems to harbor dislike for you, the tension can be palpable and can effect your productivity, as well as the team’s morale.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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The 26-year-old woman spoke candidly on Reddit about her dislike of her 24-year-old sister’s boyfriend, 34.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Social anxiety, also known as social phobia, is an intense fear of social situations.—
Michelle Pugle,
Verywell Health,
22 Jan. 2025
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According to research, the fear of flying is one of the most prevalent phobias in the world.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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While highlighting the vicious cycle of ethnic hatred, Gavin strives for impartiality.—
Foreign Affairs,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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Love has triumphed over hatred, light over darkness and truth over falsehood.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr.,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Netanyahu, in short, is not as popular as his antipathies.—
Bernard Avishai,
New Yorker,
28 Mar. 2025
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Notably the administration has been silent on its intentions towards China, which strikes me as odd given that many members of the administration are united in their antipathy towards America’s geostrategic rivalry (Marco Rubio for example published ‘The World China Made’).—
Mike O'Sullivan,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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Aimee Lou Wood, our beloved Chelsea, went on Instagram Stories with her distaste for Sarah Sherman’s impression.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
13 Apr. 2025
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Fans are livid and continue to post on X, formerly known as Twitter, to express their distaste.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The character went from being Emily’s friend to becoming her enemy as the two wrestled in a love triangle with Gabriel.—
Vivian Kwarm,
New York Daily News,
18 Apr. 2025
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Some were emblazoned with images of Maximilian I of Bavaria and Holy Roman Emperor Ferdinand III. Further, archaeologists discovered fragments of lead bullets and deposits of metal wheels — which were likely safeguarded to prevent them from falling into enemy hands after the army left camp.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
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Many people do not experience symptoms from the disease, while others experience fever, muscle pain, headache, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting, according to the WHO.—
Fernando Ramos and Sanika Tank,
CNN Money,
18 Apr. 2025
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It’s long been known, for example, that chronic smokers have a lower risk of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy and hyperemesis.—
Tanya Lewis,
Scientific American,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Aversion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aversion. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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