repel

verb7

1. •
   To ward off (a malignant influence, attack etc.).
2. •
   To drive back (an assailant, advancing force etc.).

   • In nearby Zintan, rebels repelled an advance by Gaddafi's forces, killing eight and taking one prisoner, a local activist said. — 2011
3. •
   To save (a shot).

   • Arsenal pressed forward again after half-time but other than a venomous Walcott shot that Howard repelled with a fine one-handed save, the hosts offered little cutting edge. — 2011
4. •
   To force away by means of a repulsive force.
5. •
   To cause repulsion or dislike in; to disgust.

   • However, while the idea of a free holiday appeals enormously, I am frankly repelled by the idea of spending a couple of weeks in your company. — 2008
6. •
   To reject, put off (a request, demand etc.).
7. •
   (no longer used) To turn (someone) away from a privilege, right, job, etc.