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Meaning of reject
According to Merriam-Webster, "reject" means to refuse to accept, consider, or approve something, or to refuse to accept or recognize someone or something as valid or legitimate.
Definitions
- The Cambridge Dictionary defines "reject" as to refuse to accept, use, or approve something, or to say or show that someone or something is not wanted or needed.
- The Oxford Dictionary states that "reject" means to refuse to accept, consider, or consider worthy of acceptance, or to refuse to recognize or acknowledge someone or something as valid or legitimate.
Example Uses
- The company will reject any application that is incomplete or contains false information.
- She had to reject the offer because it didn't align with her career goals.
- The committee rejected the proposal due to lack of funding.
- He felt rejected when his favorite team didn't select him in the draft.
- The new policy aims to reject and prevent any form of discrimination.