Affection and Averseness

Opposite meaning words

Affection noun - A habitual attraction to some activity or thing.

Usage example: I'm rooting for the Cubs—just my natural affection for the underdog, I guess

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Averseness is an antonym for affection.

Averseness noun - A strong feeling of not liking or approving.

Usage example: our dog's strong averseness to getting a bath

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Affection is an antonym for averseness.

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