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Repulsiveness

Definition

The noun repulsiveness refers to the quality of being extremely unpleasant, disgusting, or offensive.

Senses

Sense 1:

Repulsiveness as a physical attribute:

• Noun: The state or quality of having a repulsive appearance or odor.
• Related words: ugliness, foulness, horridness
• Example sentence: The repulsiveness of the garbage bin made me cover my nose and quickly walk away.

Sense 2:

Repulsiveness as an emotional or moral attribute:

• Noun: The quality of being morally or emotionally disgusting or abhorrent.
• Synonyms: offensiveness, distastefulness, revulsiveness
• Example sentence: The repulsiveness of his actions made her lose faith in humanity.

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