Aversion and Propensity

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

Propensity is an antonym for aversion.

Nearby Words: avert, averse, aversely

Propensity

Propensity noun - A habitual attraction to some activity or thing.
Usage example: a neighbor who has an unfortunate propensity for snooping

Aversion is an antonym for propensity.

How words are described

good good aversion good propensity
similar similar aversion similar propensity
natural natural aversion natural propensity
specific specific aversion specific propensity
Other adjectives: complete, extreme, noticeable, general, apparent, curious.
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