Irk and Repel

Irk

Irk verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

Repel and irk are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Repel" instead a verb "Irk".

Nearby Words: irksome, irking

Repel

Repel verb - To drive back.

Irk and repel are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Irk" instead a verb "Repel".

Nearby Words: repelled, repelling

Common collocations

enemies irk enemies repel enemies
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