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averse
adjective
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How to pronounce averse:

Definition of averse:

averse (adjective):
opposed
(usually followed by 'to') strongly opposed.
having an active feeling of repugnance, dislike, or distaste

Synonyms for averse:

afraid
allergic
antipathetic
antipathetical
backward
disinclined
hostile
ill-disposed
indisposed
inimical
loath
loth
opposed
reluctant
unfavourable
unwilling

Antonyms for averse:

agreeable
amenable
anxious
approving
avid
bent
caring
desirous
disposed
eager
enthusiastic
favorable
favourable
for
friendly
hospitable
inclined
keen
kind
leaning
liking
loving
nice
nonantagonistic
nonhostile
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