averse

adjective

ə-ˈvərs

: having an active feeling of repugnance, dislike, or distaste

—usually used with to

She was not averse to taking chances.He seems to be averse to strenuous exercise.

—commonly used in compounds both with and without a hyphen

a conservative risk-averse investora crowd averse teen

aversely adverb

averseness noun

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Adverse vs. Averse

Many people find themselves confused when faced with the choice between adverse and averse. While these two adjectives have many similarities, they are not used interchangeably.

If you want to describe a negative reaction to something (such as a harmful side effect from medication) or dangerous meteorological conditions (such as a snowstorm), adverse is the correct choice; you would not say that you had an averse reaction to medication or that there was averse weather.

Averse is most commonly followed by the preposition to (as in "she is averse to shellfish"), but not in every case; you can, for example, describe someone as “risk averse." Normally, averse to signifies a degree of dislike and avoidance, but when preceded by the word not (as in “he was not averse to having another drink”), it may be used as a pointedly understated way to express an interest in something.

In short, adverse tends to be used to describe effects, conditions, and results; while averse refers to feelings and inclinations.

Example Sentences

I'm not averse to broccoli if it's cooked right.

Recent Examples on the Web As much as Smith is averse to paying for play, Smith will keep coughing up for coaches.

Nathan Baird, cleveland, 19 Aug. 2022 And more generally, why is Emily so averse to the prospect of just … meeting a hot person … and dating them … in a normal way?

Jessica Goldstein, Vulture, 23 Dec. 2021 There’s little data, though, on which to base any firm conclusions — partly because the industry itself has become so averse to sharing any financial information.

Washington Post, 4 Nov. 2021 Plus, the Free and Clear formula is ideal for the dye-averse.

Samantha Benoit, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Aug. 2022 Her method was not to diagnose madness but rather to engage a commitment, then to build a lifelong tool kit that could be tailored for the shrink averse.

Matt Sullivan, Men's Health, 10 Aug. 2022 Low-profile switches can also appeal to those averse to mechanical keyboards' bulky reputation or those who have grown accustomed to laptop-like typing.

Scharon Harding, Ars Technica, 29 July 2022 The Bon Appétit staff rounded up the best hot sauces in this list that caters to the spice-averse and spice-seeker alike.

Li Goldstein, Bon Appétit, 8 July 2022 From sheer serums to glowy tinted lotions, even the most sunscreen-averse will find something here to love.

Katie Intner, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 May 2022 See More

单词	averseness
释义	averse adjective ə-ˈvərs : having an active feeling of repugnance, dislike, or distaste —usually used with to She was not averse to taking chances.He seems to be averse to strenuous exercise. —commonly used in compounds both with and without a hyphen a conservative risk-averse investora crowd averse teen aversely adverb averseness noun Did you know? Adverse vs. Averse Many people find themselves confused when faced with the choice between adverse and averse. While these two adjectives have many similarities, they are not used interchangeably. If you want to describe a negative reaction to something (such as a harmful side effect from medication) or dangerous meteorological conditions (such as a snowstorm), adverse is the correct choice; you would not say that you had an averse reaction to medication or that there was averse weather. Averse is most commonly followed by the preposition to (as in "she is averse to shellfish"), but not in every case; you can, for example, describe someone as “risk averse." Normally, averse to signifies a degree of dislike and avoidance, but when preceded by the word not (as in “he was not averse to having another drink”), it may be used as a pointedly understated way to express an interest in something. In short, adverse tends to be used to describe effects, conditions, and results; while averse refers to feelings and inclinations. Synonyms allergic antipathetic See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences I'm not averse to broccoli if it's cooked right. Recent Examples on the Web As much as Smith is averse to paying for play, Smith will keep coughing up for coaches. Nathan Baird, cleveland, 19 Aug. 2022 And more generally, why is Emily so averse to the prospect of just … meeting a hot person … and dating them … in a normal way? Jessica Goldstein, Vulture, 23 Dec. 2021 There’s little data, though, on which to base any firm conclusions — partly because the industry itself has become so averse to sharing any financial information. Washington Post, 4 Nov. 2021 Plus, the Free and Clear formula is ideal for the dye-averse. Samantha Benoit, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Aug. 2022 Her method was not to diagnose madness but rather to engage a commitment, then to build a lifelong tool kit that could be tailored for the shrink averse. Matt Sullivan, Men's Health, 10 Aug. 2022 Low-profile switches can also appeal to those averse to mechanical keyboards' bulky reputation or those who have grown accustomed to laptop-like typing. Scharon Harding, Ars Technica, 29 July 2022 The Bon Appétit staff rounded up the best hot sauces in this list that caters to the spice-averse and spice-seeker alike. Li Goldstein, Bon Appétit, 8 July 2022 From sheer serums to glowy tinted lotions, even the most sunscreen-averse will find something here to love. Katie Intner, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 May 2022 See More Word History Etymology Latin aversus, past participle of avertere — see avert First Known Use 1597, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing averse averse to averse to Kids Definition averse adjective ə-ˈvərs : having a feeling of dislike He is averse to exercise. averseness noun as in disliking a strong feeling of not liking or approving our dog's strong averseness to getting a bath Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance disliking dislike hatred distaste aversion disinclination allergy disrelish disapproval repugnance disgust mislike disfavor repulsion revulsion abhorrence loathing dissatisfaction antipathy hate detestation nausea displeasure abomination deprecation down jaundice execration Antonyms & Near Antonyms partiality use preference appetite liking fondness taste favor relish devotion affection attachment like love passion tendency predilection shine propensity devotedness penchant bent leaning See More
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averse

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