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averse

a·verse [ ə vúrss ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. opposed to something: strongly opposed to or disliking something ( formal )
The board is not averse to the idea of further talks.
risk-averse

2. turned away from stem: describes a leaf or flower that is turned away from the main stem or axis

[Late 16th century. < Latin aversus "turned away," past participle of avertere (see avert)]

a·verse·ly adverb
a·verse·ness noun

Word Usage

See adverse.


Word Key: Synonyms

See unwilling.

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