Averse
Having a strong dislike or opposition to something; unwilling to do or engage in it.
adjectiveAverse
Having a strong dislike or opposition to something; unwilling to do or engage in it.
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Imagine This
The boy is reluctant to attend Sunday School because he is unwilling to recite verses in the Bible.
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Sounds Like
uh-VERSE
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Looks Like
A_verse (in the Bible)
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Remember This
Remember: Averse is often confused with adverse (harmful) or with the idea of being 'averse to' something; the suffix -verse hints at turning away rather than turning toward.
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Other Forms
aversionnoun
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Connect With
disinclination, reluctance, opposition, skepticism
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Note
Usually followed by 'to' plus a noun or gerund (e.g., averse to taking risks). Do not use 'averse' to mean 'not willing' without 'to'.