aversion
noun C1
Plain meaning
a strong dislike or unwillingness
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam contexts, it means a strong dislike or unwillingness, usually in a more formal register.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned aversion as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines aversion in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear aversionevidence of aversionwidespread aversion
Watch out
Do not use “aversion” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.