repellent

US /rɪˈpel.ənt/
UK /rɪˈpel.ənt/
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répulsif, hydrofuge

a substance that deters insects or other pests from approaching or settling

:
She sprayed insect repellent on her arms before going into the woods.
Elle a vaporisé de l'anti-moustique sur ses bras avant d'aller dans les bois.
The new fabric is water repellent.
Le nouveau tissu est hydrofuge.
1.

répulsif, répugnant

able to repel a particular substance; not susceptible to it

:
The coat is made of a water-repellent material.
Le manteau est fait d'un matériau hydrofuge.
His arrogant attitude was deeply repellent to her.
Son attitude arrogante lui était profondément répugnante.