How Do You Spell AVERSION?

Pronunciation: [ɐvˈɜːʃən] (IPA)

The word "aversion" is spelled with the letter combination "si" instead of "sh", which might seem counterintuitive when pronounced. The IPA phonetic transcription for "aversion" is /əˈvɜːʃən/. The "er" sound is followed by the "sh" sound, represented by the "si" letters. This spelling is borrowed from the original Latin word "aversio," which is spelled the same way. Despite its unconventional spelling, "aversion" remains a commonly used term to describe a strong dislike or avoidance of something.

AVERSION Meaning and Definition

1. Aversion is a noun that refers to a strong feeling of dislike, opposition, or repulsion towards something or someone. It denotes a feeling of distaste or distaste towards someone or something. This intense feeling of aversion can result from various reasons, including personal experiences, cultural differences, or unfavorable qualities of the object or person in question. Aversion often leads individuals to actively avoid or reject the source of their dislike.

   Aversion can be experienced towards a wide range of objects or individuals, including specific foods, certain activities, various types of behavior, or even specific people. This feeling of intense dislike may manifest as a physical or emotional response, including nausea, revulsion, anger, or frustration. It is important to note that while aversion is a strong feeling of dislike, it is distinct from hatred, as it does not necessarily entail a desire to harm or inflict suffering on the disliked object or person.

   Aversion is a natural and common human reaction, as everyone has particular preferences and dislikes. It serves as a form of self-preservation and self-protection by guiding individuals away from potentially harmful or unpleasant experiences. Additionally, aversions can shape one's decision-making process, as individuals tend to avoid situations or individuals associated with their aversions, seeking out alternative options that align with their preferences.

2. • Dislike.

   • Dislike to; hatred; repugnance of mind.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for AVERSION *

• adversion 58.8235294%
• arvesion 17.6470588%
• arversion 5.8823529%
• averson 5.8823529%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for AVERSION

• ersion
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• averzion
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• avarsion
• avelsion
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• aerion
• Aveaston
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• Aversiont

Etymology of AVERSION

The word "aversion" originated from the Latin term "aversio", which comes from the verb "avertare". "Avertare" is formed by combining "ad", meaning "away", and "vertere", meaning "to turn". Thus, the literal meaning of "aversion" is the act of turning away or to be turned away from something. Over time, the word evolved to adopt its current meaning of a strong dislike or repulsion towards something.

Similar spelling words for AVERSION

• averse,
• aversa,
• aversive,
• avarice.

Plural form of AVERSION is AVERSIONS