Disgust disgust
Averse
Also known as dislike, distaste
Strength 1 of 4
A mild turning away from something you would rather not taste, touch or be near, more a quiet ‘not for me’ than a strong reaction.
In the body
- A slight wrinkle of the nose
- Leaning or turning away
- Appetite closing off
Needs behind it
Softer and stronger
Often confused with
Disgusted
Averse is a mild wish to keep something at a distance; disgusted is a strong recoil from something that seems dirty or tainted.