Meaning & Definition of word "Spurn"
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Spurn
/spɜrn/
noun:
- 1. The act of spurning something; a disdainful rejection.
- Example: His spurn of the award shocked everyone in the community.
verb:
- 1. To reject with disdain or contempt.
- Example: He spurned the opportunity to join the elite team, choosing instead to pursue his own path.
- 2. To refuse to accept someone or something that one considers worthless.
- Example: She spurned his advances, as she was not interested in a relationship at that time.
- 3. To treat with contempt or disdain.
- Example: The critic spurned the film, calling it a waste of time.
Etymology
Middle English 'spernen', from Old English 'spernian' meaning to reject.
Common Phrases and Expressions
spurn someone's help:
to refuse assistance offered by someone
spurn an offer:
to reject a proposal or suggestion
spurn affection:
to reject someone's love or care
Related Words
reject:
to dismiss as inadequate, inappropriate, or not to one's taste.
refuse:
to indicate or show that one is not willing to do something.
disdain:
the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect.