Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Repel.
How to pronounce repel:
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Repel - as a verb
Cause to move back by force or influence
Example: "Repel the enemy"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
beat backdrive9force backpush backrepulse9Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
attract9Be repellent to; cause aversion in
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
repulse9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
displease12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
attract9Force or drive back
Example: "Repel the attacker"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
drive backfight offrebuff14repulse9Reject outright and bluntly
Example: "She snubbed his proposal"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rebuff14snub6Example Sentences
"The strong smell of garlic repels mosquitoes."
"The superhero used his special powers to repel the invaders."
"The fabric is treated with a chemical that repels water."
"The company launched a new advertising campaign to repel negative rumors."
"The high walls surrounding the castle were built to repel sieges."
Word Game Points
Is REPEL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, repel is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REPEL has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is REPEL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, repel is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREPEL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is REPEL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, repel is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREPEL has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
