Simple meaning
What does Repel mean?
Repel means push away.
Dictionary definition
to push away.
Example sentences
Repel in a sentence
easy
Our science class learned the meaning of repel.
medium
The worksheet used repel in a sentence about motion and energy.
hard
In a reading passage, repel helped explain how physical systems behave.
Synonyms
Words like Repel
moveClose in meaning in many contexts.
sendClose in meaning in many contexts.
Antonyms
Opposite words
stopHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
blockHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Repel word family
Base word
repel
verb
repel
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does repel mean?
REPEL means repel means push away.
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