Repulsive
(adjective)
- Causing a feeling of disgust or revulsion.
- Having the power or tendency to repel or drive away.
- Unattractive or unappealing.
Origin:
From the latin word "repulsus" meaning "a pushing back".
Examples:
- The smell of rotting food was repulsive.
- The sight of the injured animal was repulsive to the children.
- The idea of eating insects is repulsive to many people.
- The politician's repulsive statements about immigrants caused an uproar.
- The company's repulsive business practices led to a boycott of their products.