Definitions

1. verb

to drive or force back; to push away

“The smell of smoke repelled me from entering the building.”

2. verb

to be unpleasant or disagreeable to

“The noise repelled everyone who tried to sleep.”

3. noun

a substance that repels or drives back insects or other animals

“The farmer used insect repellent to keep mosquitoes away.”

4. noun

the act of driving or forcing something back

“The repellent force of the explosion was immense.”