C1 adjective 文語

repugary

/rɪˈpʌɡəri/

Describing something that is extremely distasteful, offensive, or fundamentally unacceptable to one's principles or senses. It implies a strong sense of aversion or a quality that is inherently contradictory to what is considered right or pleasant.

例文

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1

The smell of rotting food in the bin was absolutely repugary to everyone in the kitchen.

The smell of rotting food in the bin was absolutely repugary to everyone in the kitchen.

2

The judge described the defendant's actions as repugary to the laws of a civilized society.

The judge described the defendant's actions as repugary to the laws of a civilized society.

3

I find his constant bragging to be quite repugary, to be honest.

I find his constant bragging to be quite repugary, to be honest.

語族

名詞
repugancy
Verb
repugn
副詞
repugarily
形容詞
repugary
関連
repugnance
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覚え方のコツ

Focus on the root 'pug' (to fight); something repugary is something your mind wants to 'fight back' against or reject.

クイックテスト

The idea of profiting from the suffering of others was ______ to her moral compass.

正解!

正解は: repugary

例文

1

The smell of rotting food in the bin was absolutely repugary to everyone in the kitchen.

everyday

The smell of rotting food in the bin was absolutely repugary to everyone in the kitchen.

2

The judge described the defendant's actions as repugary to the laws of a civilized society.

formal

The judge described the defendant's actions as repugary to the laws of a civilized society.

3

I find his constant bragging to be quite repugary, to be honest.

informal

I find his constant bragging to be quite repugary, to be honest.

4

Certain philosophical doctrines are considered repugary to the concept of individual free will.

academic

Certain philosophical doctrines are considered repugary to the concept of individual free will.

5

The proposed merger was seen as repugary to the company's long-standing ethical guidelines.

business

The proposed merger was seen as repugary to the company's long-standing ethical guidelines.

語族

名詞
repugancy
Verb
repugn
副詞
repugarily
形容詞
repugary
関連
repugnance

よく使う組み合わせ

morally repugary morally offensive
find it repugary to consider something offensive
utterly repugary completely disgusting
repugary behavior offensive conduct
repugary smell repulsive odor

よく使うフレーズ

repugary to reason

contrary to logic

deeply repugary

very offensive

repugary to nature

against the natural order

よく混同される語

repugary vs repugnant

Repugnant is the standard English term, while repugary is a rare or test-specific variant often used to test knowledge of roots.

repugary vs repellent

Repellent usually refers to physical resistance or something that drives things away, while repugary refers to emotional or moral offense.

📝

使い方のコツ

This is a high-level, rare term used primarily in academic or specific testing contexts. It suggests a fundamental incompatibility rather than just a simple dislike.

⚠️

よくある間違い

Learners may misspell this as 'repugnant' or use it to describe mild annoyance, whereas it should be reserved for strong revulsion.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Focus on the root 'pug' (to fight); something repugary is something your mind wants to 'fight back' against or reject.

📖

語源

Derived from the Latin 'repugnare', where 're-' means against and 'pugnare' means to fight.

文法パターン

Typically used as an attributive adjective before a noun. Commonly follows linking verbs such as 'be', 'seem', or 'find'.
🌍

文化的な背景

In legal and philosophical debates, it describes ideas or actions that are considered fundamentally incompatible with established ethical norms.

クイックテスト

The idea of profiting from the suffering of others was ______ to her moral compass.

正解!

正解は: repugary

関連単語

toxin

B2

A toxin is a poisonous substance produced within living cells or organisms, such as bacteria, plants, or animals. It is capable of causing disease or health issues when it enters body tissues through ingestion, inhalation, or absorption.

pesticide

B2

A chemical substance used to kill or control pests that are harmful to crops, livestock, or humans. It is an umbrella term that includes insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides used widely in agriculture and gardening.

fertilizer

B2

A chemical or natural substance added to soil or land to increase its fertility and provide essential nutrients for plant growth. It is primarily used in gardening and agriculture to help crops develop faster and produce higher yields.

irrigation

B2

To supply land or crops with water through man-made systems such as pipes, ditches, or sprinklers. It is an essential agricultural process used to assist in the growth of plants, especially in areas with low rainfall.

flood

B2

Describing something relating to a large amount of water covering an area that is usually dry, or metaphorically, being overwhelmed by an excessive quantity of something. In common usage, the form 'flooded' is typically used as the adjective to describe this state.

erosion

B2

Erosion is the process by which the surface of the earth is worn away by natural forces such as water, wind, or ice. In a figurative sense, it refers to the gradual destruction or reduction of something abstract, such as power, rights, or confidence.

desertification

B2

The process by which fertile land becomes desert, typically as a result of drought, deforestation, or inappropriate agriculture. It represents a significant environmental challenge where land loses its biological productivity and ability to support human life.

afforestation

B2

Afforestation is the process of establishing a forest on land that has not recently been covered by trees. It involves planting seeds or saplings to create new wooded areas, often to improve the environment or for commercial timber.

endangered

B2

To put someone or something at risk or in a situation where they could be harmed, damaged, or destroyed. In environmental contexts, it specifically refers to species that are at high risk of becoming extinct in the near future.

extinction

B2

Extinction is the state or process of a species, family, or larger group being or becoming extinct, meaning it no longer has any living members. It can also refer to the act of making something, such as a fire, a feeling, or a practice, cease to exist.

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