repels
verb
- 1
To turn (someone) away from a privilege, right, job, etc.
- 2
To reject, put off (a request, demand etc.).
- 3
To ward off (a malignant influence, attack etc.).
- 4
To drive back (an assailant, advancing force etc.).
- 5
To force away by means of a repulsive force.
- 6
To cause repulsion or dislike in; to disgust.
- 7
To save (a shot).
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