Synonyms for Repellent
Definition of repellent
adjective
- serving or tending to repel; "he became rebarbative and prickly and spiteful"; "I find his obsequiousness repellent"
- highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust; "a disgusting smell"; "distasteful language"; "a loathsome disease"; "the idea of eating meat is repellent to me"; "revolting food"; "a wicked stench"
- incapable of absorbing or mixing with; "a water-repellent fabric"; "plastic highly resistant to steam and water"
12 synonyms found
Writing tips for "repellent"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like disgustful, disgusting, distasteful can replace "repellent" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 12 alternatives available, "repellent" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Repellent" in song lyrics
See how repellent is used in real songs:
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"leaf cutter ant repellent"
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"carpenter ant repellent"
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"lizard repellent"
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