Revulsion

Noun

Definition: A sense of disgust and loathing.

Definition: A strong reaction of aversion or repugnance.

Synonyms: Disgust, Loathing, Repugnance

Antonyms: Attraction, Fondness, Affinity

Examples:

The revulsion she felt upon seeing the gruesome scene was overwhelming.
His revulsion towards violence made him unable to watch the horror movie.

Mnemonics:

"Revulsion" can be remembered by associating it with the word "repugnance" which has a similar meaning.

Etymology:

Origin:

French "révulsion," from Latin "revulsio" (a tearing off), from the verb "revellere" (to tear off), from "re-" (back) + "vellere" (to pluck, pull, tear).

Historical Usage:

The word "revulsion" has been used in English since the early 17th century to describe a strong feeling of aversion or disgust.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Feel revulsion"

Explanation:

To experience a strong sense of disgust or loathing towards something or someone.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "revulsion" with "revelation."

Explanation:

"Revulsion" and "revelation" are two distinct words with different meanings. While "revulsion" refers to a feeling of disgust or loathing, "revelation" refers to a surprising or enlightening disclosure of information.