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repel
verb
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How to pronounce repel:

Definition of repel:

repel (verb):
to drive back repulse
cause to move back by force or influence.
to be effective in keeping away or controlling

Synonyms for repel:

forceresistfightdriverejectdeflectrebuffrefusedeclinewithstand
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Antonyms for repel:

approvesupportagreeaidassisthelpsanctionallowdrawaccept

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