Refuse Meaning, Synonyms and Sentences

Simple meaning

What does Refuse mean?

Refuse means to say no.

Dictionary definition

To say no to something because you do not accept, allow, or agree with it.

Example sentences

Refuse in a sentence

easy

He refused to copy someone else's work.

medium

She refused the offer politely.

hard

Good judgment may mean refusing harmful choices.

Synonyms

Words like Refuse

declineUse when politely saying no.

rejectUse when not accepting an offer or idea.

Antonyms

Opposite words

acceptUse when agreeing to receive something.

agreeUse when saying yes to a request or idea.

Word family

Refuse word family

Base word

refuse

noun

refusal

The act of saying no.

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