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REPULSIVE

(adj., adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Repulsive.

Repulsive - as an adjective

Possessing the ability to repel

Example: "A repulsive force"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
attractive

Repulsive - as an adjective satellite

Offensive to the mind

Example: "An abhorrent deed"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abhorrentdetestableobscenerepugnant

So extremely ugly as to be terrifying

Example: "A hideous scar"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hideous

Example Sentences

"The smell of rotting garbage was repulsive."
"The horror movie was so repulsive that I had to look away."
"The slimy texture of the snails was repulsive to me."
"His behavior towards others was absolutely repulsive."
"The sight of the decaying animal carcass was repulsive to everyone."
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Word Game Points

Is REPULSIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, repulsive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

REPULSIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is REPULSIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, repulsive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
REPULSIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is REPULSIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, repulsive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
REPULSIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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