Pronunciation: /əˈvɜːrʒən/
noun a strong dislike or disinclination
A1 I have an aversion to spicy food.
A2 She has an aversion to public speaking.
B1 His aversion to conflict often leads to misunderstandings.
B2 The company's aversion to risk has limited its growth potential.
C1 Her aversion to change makes it difficult for her to adapt to new situations.
C2 The artist's aversion to mainstream trends has garnered him a cult following.
adjective having a feeling of dislike or opposition
A1 I have an aversion to spicy food.
A2 She has an aversion to public speaking.
B1 He has an aversion to taking risks.
B2 The company has an aversion to investing in new technologies.
C1 The politician's aversion to controversy has made him popular with voters.
C2 Her aversion to conflict has caused problems in her personal relationships.
formal She displayed a strong aversion to public speaking, preferring to communicate through written reports.
informal I have a serious aversion to seafood, I just can't stand the taste.
slang I have a major aversion to early mornings, I'm definitely not a morning person.
figurative His aversion to commitment was evident in his reluctance to make long-term plans.
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