What is another word for Spurn? – 148 Spurn Synonyms

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reject refuse decline deny dismiss scorn disdain repudiate rebuff snub ignore overlook neglect shun avoid evade spurn forsake abandon desert ditch jilt reject repel resist oppose defy scorn slight cold-shoulder brush-off turn-down refuse disown disavow renounce abjure forswear relinquish

Meaning of Spurn

According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "spurn" means to reject or refuse something with contempt or disdain.

Definitions

Merriam-Webster defines "spurn" as to reject or refuse something with disdain or contempt, or to treat someone with contempt or disdain.
Cambridge Dictionary defines "spurn" as to refuse or reject something, or to show contempt or dislike for someone or something.

Example Uses

She spurned the offer of a job in the city, preferring to stay in her hometown.
He spurned her advances, telling her he was not interested in a relationship.
The company spurned the opportunity to invest in the new technology, citing financial concerns.
The politician spurned the criticism, saying it was just a partisan attack.
The athlete spurned the chance to play for the rival team, choosing to stay loyal to her current team.

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

accept welcome embrace accept receive greet acknowledge recognize approve endorse support favor prefer choose select adopt cherish nurture appreciate value respect admire praise commend applaud appreciate