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