Aversion
Aversion noun - A strong feeling of not liking or approving.
Usage example: couldn't overcome her aversion to her brother-in-law and pointedly avoided his company
Devotion
Devotion noun - A feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone.
Usage example: Albert Schweitzer was world-renowned for his devotion to his fellow man
How words are described
Both words in one sentence
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Ironically, the scientists theorize that RoboCop was a success due to the very qualities that made Murphy a good cop in life: his highly Catholic upbringing and stable family life imbued him with a strong moral compass, selfless devotion to duty, and an aversion to suicide.
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