Synonyms for Repel (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (fill with distaste):
disgust, revolt, gross out
WordNet sense 2 (be repellent to; cause aversion in):
repulse
WordNet sense 3 (cause to move back by force or influence):
drive, beat back, force back, push back
WordNet sense 4 (force or drive back):
rebuff, drive back, fight off
WordNet sense 5 (reject outright and bluntly):
snub
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