Definition of repels

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  • repels is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • repels is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
  • repels is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 10

Definition of repels

  • force or drive back (verb)

    Examples

    1. repel the attacker

    Synonyms

    1. drive back
    2. fight off
    3. rebuff
    4. repulse
  • fill with distaste (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. disgust
    2. gross out
    3. revolt
  • be repellent to; cause aversion in (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. repulse
  • reject outright and bluntly (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. rebuff
    2. snub
  • cause to move back by force or influence (verb)

    Examples

    1. repel the enemy

    Synonyms

    1. beat back
    2. drive
    3. force back
    4. push back
    5. repulse

See definition of repels in Merriam Webster