Definition

The quality or ability of something to keep away or resist another thing.

Example

The repellency of the material makes it ideal for outdoor clothing.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new fabric that has high repellency against water?

Yeah, I saw an ad for it! It sounds really useful for outdoor gear.

I think it could make a big difference when hiking in the rain.

Definitely! I love the idea of staying dry without carrying an umbrella.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Repellency → It is formed from "re-" (meaning back) and "pellere" (meaning to drive). The word "repellency" refers to the quality of driving something back or away.

Memory Tip

Think of 'driving back' ('re-') something ('pellere') — that's why repellency means the ability to drive something away.

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