Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
thumbs-down
Noun
/θʌmz daʊn/

Definition
A gesture indicating disapproval or rejection, often represented by the thumb facing downward.

Examples
- The critic gave the movie a thumbs-down for its poor storyline.
- When asked about the proposal, she gave a thumbs-down to show her discontent.
- His thumbs-down gesture was a clear indication that he disagreed with the decision.

Meaning
The thumbs-down gesture is commonly used to show that something is not liked or accepted. It can refer to a personal opinion about an idea, action, or product.

Synonyms
- disapproval
- rejection
- negation
- denial