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Meaning of word repel from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.
repel verb
Meaning : Cause to move back by force or influence.
Example :
Repel the enemy.
Push back the urge to smoke.
Beat back the invaders.
Synonyms : beat back, drive, force back, push back, repulse
Direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes.
Her good looks attract the stares of many men.The ad pulled in many potential customers.
This pianist pulls huge crowds.
The store owner was happy that the ad drew in many new customers.
attract, draw, draw in, pull, pull in
Meaning : Force or drive back.
Example :
Repel the attacker.
Fight off the onslaught.
Rebuff the attack.
Synonyms : drive back, fight off, rebuff, repulse
