ClimateJuly 8, 2026
aversion
/əˈvɜːrʒən/
Definition
A strong feeling of dislike, opposition, or avoidance regarding a specific principle, policy, or action.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'aversio,' meaning 'a turning away,' which comes from the verb 'avertere.' It entered Middle French and then Middle English to describe the act of distancing oneself from something undesirable.
In the news
In the article, the term describes the underlying resistance U.S. energy companies have toward the EU's environmental regulations, suggesting their concerns go beyond technical logistical issues.
‘Can you help us?’: US oil execs turn to Trump to topple Europe's climate rules
Read the full article ↗Politico