From the given options, choose the one which is similar in meaning to -
Aversion
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Dislike
Aversion means a strong dislike of something or someone. Its synonym is dislike.
Example: Many children have an aversion to bitter gourd.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Aggression | angry or violent behaviour towards others (one can dislike something quietly, without any aggression) | The dog showed aggression towards strangers. |
| (2) Assertion | a firm statement that something is true (it has nothing to do with dislike) | His assertion that he was innocent was later proved true. |
| (3) Dislike (answer) | a feeling of not liking something (an aversion is a strong dislike) | She has a dislike of crowded places. |
| (4) Impudence | rude behaviour that shows no respect (it describes a manner towards someone, not a feeling of dislike for something) | The boy was punished for his impudence to the teacher. |
| Synonyms of aversion: dislike, distaste, hatred, loathing Antonyms of aversion: liking, fondness, love, attraction Also asked in CUET (UG): aversion – 23-05-2026 Slot 2, 21-05-2026 Slot 1, 15-05-2026 Slot 1 impudence – 31-05-2025 Slot 1, 02-06-2023 Slot 1 |