rejected

[rɪˈdʒɛktɪd]

rejected Definition

  • 1dismiss as inadequate, inappropriate, or not to one's taste
  • 2fail to show due affection or concern for (someone)
  • 3fail to pass (a test, inspection, or trial)

Using rejected: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "rejected" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The manuscript was rejected by several publishers.

  • Example

    She felt rejected by her family after coming out as gay.

  • Example

    He was rejected from the job because he lacked the necessary qualifications.

  • Example

    The product was rejected due to safety concerns.

rejected Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with rejected

  • reject someone's advances

    refuse someone's romantic or sexual overtures

    Example

    She rejected his advances and told him she just wanted to be friends.

  • refuse to accept a proposal or offer

    Example

    The company rejected our proposal to collaborate on the project.

  • refuse to grant an appeal or request

    Example

    The court rejected the defendant's appeal and upheld the original verdict.

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Summary: rejected in Brief

To 'reject' [rɪˈdʒɛktɪd] means to dismiss something as inadequate, inappropriate, or not to one's taste. It can also mean to fail to show due affection or concern for someone, or to fail to pass a test, inspection, or trial. Examples include 'The manuscript was rejected by several publishers,' and 'She felt rejected by her family after coming out as gay.' Phrases include 'reject someone's advances,' and 'reject a proposal.'