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rejection

Pronunciation: /rɪˈdʒɛkʃ(ə)n/

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Definition of rejection

noun

[mass noun]

the dismissing or refusing of a proposal, idea, etc.:the Union decided last night to recommend rejection of the offer the rejection of the application for parole
the action of spurning a person’s affections:some people are reluctant to try it, because they fear rejection