Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rejection

noun
/rɪˈdʒɛkʃən/
Definition
The act of refusing to accept, believe, or consider something.
Examples
  • Her rejection of the job offer surprised everyone.
  • He faced rejection many times before finally succeeding.
  • The proposal received widespread rejection from the committee.
Meaning
Rejection refers to the dismissal or refusal of something, whether it’s an idea, proposal, offer, or even a person’s advances.
Synonyms
  • refusal
  • dismissal
  • decline
  • repudiation
  • disapproval