aversion
word
Definition
A strong feeling of dislike or unwillingness towards something or someone.
Usage & Nuances
"Aversion" is formal and often used in written or academic contexts. Common in phrases like "have an aversion to" or "develop an aversion." Not usually used for trivial dislikes; it implies a deep or instinctive reaction.
Spanish: aversión - repulsiónPortuguese (BR): aversão - repulsaPortuguese (PT): aversão - repulsaChinese (Simplified): 厌恶 - 反感Chinese (Traditional): 厭惡 - 反感Hindi: घृणा - अरुचिArabic: نفور - كراهيةBengali: অবজ্ঞা - বিরাগ - অপ্রীতিRussian: отвращениеJapanese: 嫌悪Vietnamese: ác cảmKorean: 혐오 - 반감Turkish: tiksinti - isteksizlikUrdu: نفرت - کراہتIndonesian: aversi - rasa tidak suka yang kuat
Example Sentences
She has an aversion to spicy food.
basic
Many people feel an aversion to snakes.
basic
His aversion to loud noises is well known.
basic
After getting food poisoning, he developed an aversion to seafood.
natural
Some kids have an instant aversion to vegetables—even before tasting them!
natural
I don’t drink coffee—I have a real aversion to the taste.
natural