Understanding Repugnance: Definition and Examples

Repugn means to be opposed or disgusted by something. It can also mean to be resistant or averse to something. For example:

* She was repugned by the idea of eating insects, so she refused to try them.
* The community was repugned by the proposal to build a new factory in their neighborhood.
* He was repugned by the thought of being late for work again, so he made sure to leave on time.

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