rebuffed

[US]/rɪˈbʌft/
[UK]/rɪˈbʌft/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to reject or criticize bluntly; to snub or show indifference

Phrases & Collocations

rebuffed proposal

rebuffed request

rebuffed offer

rebuffed advances

rebuffed attempt

rebuffed invitation

rebuffed plea

rebuffed overture

rebuffed strategy

rebuffed idea

Example Sentences

she rebuffed his advances politely.

the proposal was rebuffed by the committee.

he rebuffed the idea without hesitation.

after being rebuffed, he decided to try again.

they rebuffed the criticism with strong arguments.

she felt hurt after being rebuffed by her friends.

his offer was rebuffed due to budget constraints.

the diplomat rebuffed the accusations firmly.

she rebuffed his request for a date.

they rebuffed the invitation to join the project.

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