Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
turndown
verb
/ˈtɜrnˌdaʊn/

Definition
A reduction in force or intensity, especially regarding an offer or proposal.

Examples
- She decided to turndown the job offer as it did not meet her expectations.
- After much consideration, he turndown the invitation to the party.
- The committee voted to turndown the proposed changes to the policy.

Meaning
To turndown something means to decline or reject it, often something being offered.

Synonyms
- refuse
- reject
- decline
- snub