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rejection

Syllabification: (re·jec·tion)
Pronunciation: /riˈjekSHən/
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Definition of rejection

noun

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

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