repellant
gb/ɹˈɛpˈɛlənt/ us/ɹˈɛpˈɛlənt/
B1
English
rovarriasztó, visszataszító, taszító, lepergető
NOUN
B1
1
rovarriasztó
B1
Usage pattern:
use/apply [repellant] (to [skin/clothes])
We packed insect repellant for the hike because the mosquitoes were bad.
Vittünk magunkkal rovarriasztót a túrára, mert sok volt a szúnyog.
Apply the repellant to exposed skin and reapply after swimming.
Vidd fel a rovarriasztót a szabadon lévő bőrfelületre, és úszás után vidd fel újra.
The campsite store sells sunscreen and bug repellant.
Learner examples
I use repellant in the summer.
Nyáron rovarriasztót használok.
This repellant keeps mosquitoes away.
Ez a rovarriasztó távol tartja a szúnyogokat.
Common mistake:
The more common spelling is repellent, especially in British English; repellant is often seen on product labels in American English.
Meaning
substance that keeps insects away
Collocations
insect repellant
|mosquito repellant
|bug repellant
|apply repellant
|spray repellant
|wear repellant
|DEET-based repellant
|natural repellant
|long-lasting repellant
|repellant lotion
Synonyms
repellent (More standard spelling in general English.)
|
deterrent (More general; not specifically a chemical or spray.)
Antonyms
attractant (A substance that draws insects or animals toward something.)
Themes
health
|daily_life
|outdoors
Definition
A product you use so insects do not bite you.
A substance or product that is put on skin, clothing, or surfaces to keep insects or other pests away.
B2
2
Usage pattern:
[something] is repellant
His comments were so rude that I found them repellant.
Annyira durvák voltak a megjegyzései, hogy visszataszítónak találtam őket.
The kitchen had a repellant odor after the trash sat for days.
Visszataszító szag volt a konyhában, miután a szemét napokig ott állt.
Some people consider the practice morally repellant.
Learner examples
The smell was repellant.
A szag visszataszító volt.
I think that idea is repellant.
Szerintem ez az ötlet visszataszító.
Common mistake:
This meaning is usually spelled repellent; repellant is much less common in this sense.
Meaning
causing strong dislike or disgust
Collocations
repellant smell
|repellant behavior
|repellant attitude
|repellant taste
|repellant sight
|find it repellant
Synonyms
disgusting (Direct and very common.)
|
repulsive (Closer in meaning; often used for physical or moral disgust.)
|
revolting (Stronger and more emotional.)
Antonyms
appealing (Causing interest or liking.)
|
attractive (Pleasing or inviting.)
Themes
emotions
|describing_people
|describing_things
Definition
Very unpleasant; making you want to move away.
Causing a strong feeling of dislike, disgust, or aversion.
C1
TECHNICAL
3
Usage pattern:
[repellant] force/effect/surface
Like charges create a repellant force that pushes them apart.
Az azonos töltések taszító erőt hoznak létre, amely eltávolítja őket egymástól.
Engineers tested a repellant coating designed to shed water and dirt.
A mérnökök egy vizet és szennyeződést lepergető bevonatot teszteltek.
The magnets were positioned so the repellant effect reduced friction.
Learner examples
Two magnets can have a repellant force.
Két mágnes között taszító erő is felléphet.
Common mistake:
In everyday English, people usually say repellent (e.g., water-repellent). Repellant in this technical adjective sense is uncommon.
Meaning
tending to push away
Collocations
repellant force
|repellant effect
|repellant surface
|repellant coating
|repellant field
Synonyms
repellent (Much more common spelling for this technical idea.)
Antonyms
attractive (Pulling things toward each other (e.g., an attractive force).)
|
adhesive (Tending to stick rather than repel.)
Themes
science
|materials
Definition
Able to push something away or stop it from sticking.
Having the effect of pushing something away or preventing it from coming near or sticking, especially in physical or technical contexts.
Grammar
Dictionary form
repellant
IPA
GB/ɹˈɛpˈɛlənt/
US/ɹˈɛpˈɛlənt/
Syllables & stress
re - pel - lant (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (re)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: repellant
Noun
- Base: repellant
- Plural: repellants
Expressions
bug repellant
1/bˈʌɡ ɹˈɛpˈɛlənt/
fixed phrase
informal
product that repels bugs
A spray or lotion that keeps bugs away.
Examples
- Do you have any bug repellant? I’m getting bitten.
- They sell bug repellant near the sunscreen aisle.
- I forgot my bug repellant and regretted it immediately.
Learner examples
- This is bug repellant.
insect repellant
1/ˈɪnsˌɛkt ɹˈɛpˈɛlənt/
fixed phrase
product that keeps insects away
A product you use so insects do not bite you.
Examples
- Bring insect repellant if you’re camping near the lake.
- She put on insect repellant before going outside at dusk.
- This insect repellant is safe to use on clothing.
Learner examples
- I need insect repellant.
mosquito repellant
1/məskˈitoʊ ɹˈɛpˈɛlənt/
fixed phrase
product that repels mosquitoes
A product to stop mosquitoes from biting you.
Examples
- We bought mosquito repellant at the pharmacy.
- Mosquito repellant is recommended in areas where malaria is present.
- He carries mosquito repellant in his backpack when he travels.
Learner examples
- I put on mosquito repellant.
water repellant
1/wˈɔtɚ ɹˈɛpˈɛlənt/
fixed phrase
resistant to water
Water does not easily soak into it.
Examples
- The jacket is water repellant but not fully waterproof.
- They applied a water repellant finish to the fabric.
- Look for water repellant shoes if you’ll be walking in the rain.
Learner examples
- My coat is water repellant.