Rebuff (V)
Pronunciation: ri-BUHF
Word Meaning: To reject or dismiss someone or something in an abrupt or ungracious manner.
Uses in Sentence:
- She tried to initiate a conversation with him, but he rebuffed her attempts.
- The company rebuffed the merger proposal, stating it was not in their best interest.
- Despite his efforts, he was rebuffed at every turn.
Synonyms:
- Reject
- Spurn
- Repel
- Decline
- Snub
Antonyms:
- Accept
- Welcome
- Embrace
- Receive
- Greet
Word Meaning in Hindi:
अस्वीकार करना (Asvikar Karna), ठुकराना (Thukarana), नकारना (Nakarna)
Word uses in Hindi:
- उसने उसकी प्रस्ताव को अस्वीकार किया और उसे बाहर निकाल दिया। (He rebuffed her proposal and showed her the door.)
- उसके सारे प्रयासों के बावजूद, उसे हर बार ठुकराया गया। (Despite all his efforts, he was rebuffed every time.)