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Meaning of the word averse in English

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averse

US /əˈvɝːs/
UK /əˈvɝːs/
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Adjective

1.

having a strong dislike of or opposition to something

Example:
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He is not averse to hard work.
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Many people are averse to change.
Synonym:
reluctantunwillingdisinclinedloathopposed
Synonym:
eagerkeenwillingdisposedinclined
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