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
Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
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
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Adjective
This can be addressed with positive reinforcement, keeping their training constant and avoiding punishments of any sorts, which will likely have averse results.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for averse
Adjective
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Removal can also lead to scarring, skin discoloration (either lightening or darkening) and allergic reactions.—
Jesse Pines,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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The ant is getting attention after University of Georgia (UGA) entomologist Dan Suiter issued a warning that its sting can be remarkably painful and sometimes cause a serious allergic reaction called anaphylaxis.—
Stephanie Pappas,
Scientific American,
13 June 2025
Noun
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Those who chimed in bonded over their mutual dislike of the shorts.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
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Jack Nicklaus did not hold back when expressing his dislike for walk-and-talk interviews during golf rounds.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 May 2025
Noun
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But his hatred only a means to an end, and that end his his own glorification.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
8 June 2025
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When the topic of Clark came up in discussion, Braun was hopeful that the apparent hatred against Clark, and throughout the association and its fans, could come to an end, while siding with Banks.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2025
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His restlessness, his distaste for corrupt and abusive authorities, and his knack for provoking rival journalists had eventually made Virginia City too hot to hold him.—
Lauren Michele Jackson,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
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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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“Averse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/averse. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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