as in allergic
having a natural dislike for something
I'm not averse to broccoli if it's cooked right
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as in dislike
a strong feeling of not liking or approving
our dog's strong averseness to getting a bath
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Recent Examples of averse
Pia Singh, CNBC, 19 Feb. 2025
Industry representatives and members of Congress have accused the FAA of being more risk averse than necessary, stifling innovation.
—Heather Vogell, ProPublica, 11 Feb. 2025
The Houthis’ announcement likely won't be enough to encourage a marked increase in shipping on this route because carriers are risk averse.
—Steve Banker, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
For the spoiler averse, now is the time to abandon ship.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Oppenheimer’s trading desk pointed out last week that equity investors have generally become more risk averse this month amid growing political, macroeconomic and policy uncertainties.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 19 Feb. 2025
Industry representatives and members of Congress have accused the FAA of being more risk averse than necessary, stifling innovation.
—Heather Vogell, ProPublica, 11 Feb. 2025
The Houthis’ announcement likely won't be enough to encourage a marked increase in shipping on this route because carriers are risk averse.
—Steve Banker, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
For the spoiler averse, now is the time to abandon ship.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for averse
Adjective
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When an allergic reaction is more severe, it is called anaphylaxis.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
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For severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), epinephrine is required for treatment.—
Julie Marks,
Verywell Health,
19 May 2025
Noun
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Both players have played down the rivalry, but their fan bases are often vociferous in their dislike of the opposing player.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN Money,
18 May 2025
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As of this writing, Flair’s Rumble win has over 40,000 dislikes against 9,000 likes.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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The project educates students about the dangers of hatred and bigotry and the importance of standing against all forms of prejudice.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2025
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Meanwhile, Republicans such as our current president spew contempt like volcanoes of hatred, prejudice and madness.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
Noun
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President Donald Trump is once again letting his distaste for Bruce Springsteen be known after the musician slammed him and his administration during two recent concerts.—
Anna Chan,
Billboard,
21 May 2025
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Though the actor doesn’t have social media, Hagner isn't shy about sharing sweet tributes to her husband on Instagram — often poking fun at his distaste for sharing his life publicly.—
Ariana Quihuiz,
People.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Averse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/averse. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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