Refusal

/rɪˈfjuzəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the act of saying no or rejecting something.

Her refusal to accept the job offer surprised everyone.

an unwillingness to accept or do something.

His refusal to cooperate with the investigation raised suspicions.

the denial or rejection of a request or demand.

The refusal of the loan application led to a delay in purchasing the home.

From Middle English 'refusalen', from Old French 'refuser', from Latin 'refusare'

refusal to comply

An unwillingness to follow orders or rules.

politely decline

To refuse something in a courteous manner.

blanket refusal

A general or total refusal without consideration.

refusal of entry

An act of denying someone access to a place.

reject

To dismiss or refuse an idea, proposal, or request.

decline

To politely refuse an invitation or offer.

deny

To refuse to admit the truth or existence of something.

Nah

When asked to go out, she just said, 'Nah, not tonight.'

Not happening

When he asked for a raise, her response was simply, 'Not happening.'