Aversion
Aversion noun - A dislike so strong as to cause stomach upset or queasiness.
Usage example: I simply have this ingrained aversion to the sight of bloodshed
Preference is an antonym for aversion.
Preference
Preference noun - Positive regard for something.
Usage example: a preference for cool weather
Aversion is an antonym for preference.
How words are described
| clear | clear aversion | clear preference |
| particular | particular aversion | particular preference |
| similar | similar aversion | similar preference |
| common | common aversion | common preference |
| Other adjectives: specific, obvious, blatant, heavy, small, strong, actual, distinct, definite, real, big, huge, slight, general, apparent, strange, bizarre, cultural. | ||
Both words in one sentence
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This makes anti-pureblood sentiment and preference for nonasari look a lot like aversion to incest, and raises the question of whether Ardat-Yakshi parents tend to be related.
Source: Boldly Coming
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