Antonyms for repulsive

Antonyms for (adj) repulsive

Main entry: repulsive

Definition: possessing the ability to repel

Usage: a repulsive force

Antonyms: attractive

Definition: having the properties of a magnet; the ability to draw or pull


Main entry: obscene, repugnant, repulsive, detestable, abhorrent

Definition: offensive to the mind

Usage: an abhorrent deed; the obscene massacre at Wounded Knee; morally repugnant customs; repulsive behavior; the most repulsive character in recent novels

Antonyms: inoffensive

Definition: giving no offense


Antonyms: unoffending, inoffensive

Definition: not causing anger or annoyance


Antonyms: defensive

Definition: intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack


Main entry: hideous, repulsive

Definition: so extremely ugly as to be terrifying

Usage: a hideous scar; a repulsive mask

Antonyms: beautiful

Definition: delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration


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