Synonyms of averse
7 similar words
Another word for averse is loath. Other synonyms of averse are fromward, unwilling and disinclined.
Synonyms and similar words for averse
adjectiveHaving a repugnance or opposition of mind.
- disliking
- disinclinedNot inclined; having a disinclination; being unwilling, reluctant.
- fromwardTurned away; averse.
- unwillingNot willing; reluctant.
- reluctant
- loathAverse, disinclined; reluctant, unwilling. Always followed by a verbal phrase.
- antipathetic
Meaning of averse
- adjective Having a repugnance or opposition of mind.
- adjective Turned away or backward.
- adjective Lying on the opposite side (to or from).
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Questions about synonyms of averse
- What is another word for averse?
- Averse has 7 synonyms on Word.ws, such as loath, fromward, unwilling and disinclined.
- What does averse mean?
- Averse means having a repugnance or opposition of mind.
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