Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

turn-down

phrasal verb
/tɜrn daʊn/
Definition
To refuse or reject something, such as an offer or invitation.
Examples
  • She decided to turn down the job offer because it didn’t meet her salary expectations.
  • Despite the tempting invitation to the gala, he chose to turn it down to focus on his studies.
Meaning
To turn down something means to decline or not accept it.
Synonyms
  • reject
  • decline
  • refuse