Pronunciation: [fˈɛlt ɹɪpˈʌɡnəns] (IPA) 
The phrase "felt repugnance" is spelled /fɛlt rɪˈpʌɡnəns/. The first word, "felt," is pronounced with the short "e" sound (/ɛ/) followed by the "l" sound (/l/) and the "t" sound (/t/). "Repugnance" is pronounced with the "r" sound at the beginning (/r/), followed by the "ih" vowel sound (/ɪ/), the "p" sound (/p/), the "uh" sound (/ʌ/), the "g" sound (/ɡ/), the "n" sound (/n/), and the "s" sound at the end (/s/).
"Felt repugnance" refers to a strong feeling of intense dislike, aversion, or disgust towards something or someone. It is a profound and instinctive reaction based on a fundamental moral or ethical discomfort. When an individual experiences felt repugnance, it typically involves a deep sense of revulsion that is difficult to ignore or overcome.
This repugnance is often triggered by certain actions, behaviors, ideas, or physical manifestations that are viewed as morally unacceptable or abhorrent. It can stem from violations of deeply held values, principles, or social norms. For example, acts of violence, cruelty, injustice, oppression, or any form of exploitation may elicit felt repugnance in individuals who uphold principles of empathy, fairness, or equality. Similarly, repulsive behaviors or words, such as dishonesty, deceit, betrayal, or offensive language, can also generate this strong sense of displeasure.
Felt repugnance is often accompanied by an internal emotional response, such as anger, resentment, or indignation. It can prompt individuals to distance themselves from the source of repugnance and may lead to a desire to take action, both at an individual and collective level, to prevent or redress the perceived wrong.
It is important to note that felt repugnance may vary among individuals based on their cultural, moral, and personal beliefs. What one person finds repugnant may not evoke the same response in another. Thus, the intensity and nature of felt repugnance can be subjective, influenced by unique experiences, values, and perspectives of each individual.
The word "felt" in the phrase "felt repugnance" is the past tense of the verb "feel". It comes from the Old English word "fēlan" which meant "to touch or perceive by touch". Over time, its meaning expanded to include emotional or psychological perception.
The word "repugnance" stems from the Latin word "repugnantia" which means "opposition" or "contrariness". The Latin word is derived from the verb "repugnare" meaning "to resist" or "to fight against". Ultimately, "repugnance" refers to a strong feeling of aversion, disgust, or opposition towards something or someone.
