revulsive

[ ri-vuhl-siv ]

adjective

1. tending to alter the distribution of blood by revulsion.

noun

1. a revulsive agent, especially one that causes revulsion.

revulsive

/ rɪˈvʌlsɪv /

adjective

1. of or causing revulsion

noun

1. med a counterirritant

Derived Forms

• reˈvulsively, adverb

Other Words From

• re·vulsive·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of revulsive¹

1610–20; < Latin revuls ( us ) ( revulsion ) + -ive

Example Sentences

Corrosive poisons affect the nerves by a violent revulsive action; and are not to be considered in the same category as medicines.

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Its efficacy depends upon the revulsive effect which follows a local destruction of tissue.

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In cupping for revulsive purposes, one cupped on a distant part to relieve excess of blood in the affected part.

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Dry cupping, in its simplest form, was said to act as a “revulsive” or “derivant.”

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Cold affusions and shower baths have been employed for their revulsive and sedative effect in mania.

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Related Words

• abhorrent
• abominable
• contradictory
• disgusting
• distasteful
• incompatible
• objectionable
• odious
• revolting
• vile