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aversion

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Illustration of "aversion": Aversion is a strong feeling of dislike or a deep-seated desire to avoid something or someone. Imagi

What does "aversion" mean?

Aversion is a strong feeling of dislike or a deep-seated desire to avoid something or someone. Imagine a physical recoiling motion; it is not just a mild preference against something, but an active, internal push-back caused by a sense of revulsion or distaste. In usage, this word often appears in the phrase "have an aversion to," followed by a noun or a gerund. It carries a formal tone and is frequently used in psychological contexts or to describe a stubborn, long-term refusal to engage with a specific activity, food, or idea.

"aversion" in conversation

Discussing food habits

I honestly have a total aversion to mushrooms.

I honestly have a total aversion to mushrooms.

Is it the taste or the texture?

Is it the taste or the texture?

Definitely the texture; it makes me shudder.

Definitely the texture; it makes me shudder.

Used to describe a sensory-based dislike.

Workplace conflict

You seem to have a strong aversion to using our new software.

You seem to have a strong aversion to using our new software.

It's not that, I just find it incredibly inefficient.

It's not that, I just find it incredibly inefficient.

Used to describe a resistance to a process or tool.

"aversion" in a sentence

  1. She has an aversion to spiders.

    She has an aversion to spiders.

  2. His aversion to public speaking hindered his career progress.

    His aversion to public speaking hindered his career progress.

  3. The patient developed a sudden aversion to the medication due to its severe side effects.

    The patient developed a sudden aversion to the medication due to its severe side effects.

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