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Averse

usgb/əˈvɜːrs/Volume
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Negative Emotion

Typically indicates a deep level of discomfort or dislike towards something.

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Even mentioning snakes, she realized she was extremely averse.
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Intensity Matters

Averse implies a strong feeling, not just a slight preference against.

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He is not just indifferent to spicy food; he is genuinely averse to it.
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Used with 'To'

Often followed by 'to' when expressing aversion to a specific action or thing.

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She is averse to swimming in the ocean after her last experience.
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