Can you give me examples of "repellent"?

She sprayed insect repellent before going camping. The repellent smell kept the pests away from the garden.

What are some alternatives to "repellent"?

insect repellent mosquito repellent bug repellent pest repellent rodent repellent

Can you give me examples of "repellant"?

The strong smell was repellant to most people. His attitude was repellant and drove people away.

What are some alternatives to "repellant"?

repelling repulsive off-putting disgusting offensive

Which is correct:
"repellent" or "repellant"?

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repellent

This is a correct spelling in American English to describe substances that repel insects or other pests.

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The term 'repellent' is commonly used in American English to refer to substances that repel insects, pests, or other unwanted things.

Examples:

She sprayed insect repellent before going camping.
The repellent smell kept the pests away from the garden.

Alternatives:

insect repellent
mosquito repellent
bug repellent
pest repellent
rodent repellent

repellant

This is a correct spelling in British English as an adjective to describe something that repels or keeps away.

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The term 'repellant' is commonly used in British English as an adjective to describe something that repels or keeps away.

Examples:

The strong smell was repellant to most people.
His attitude was repellant and drove people away.

Alternatives:

repelling
repulsive
off-putting
disgusting
offensive

Both 'repellent' and 'repellant' are correct spellings in English, but they are used in different contexts. 'Repellent' is more commonly used in American English to describe substances that repel insects or other pests. On the other hand, 'repellant' is more commonly used in British English as an adjective to describe something that repels or keeps away. Both spellings are acceptable, but the choice may depend on the variant of English being used.

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Which is correct: "repellent" or "repellant"?

repellent

repellant

Which is correct:
"repellent" or "repellant"?