rebuff

[rɪˈbʌf]

rebuff Definition

• 1. reject (someone or something) in an abrupt or ungracious manner
• 2. an abrupt or ungracious refusal or rejection of an offer, request, or friendly gesture

Using rebuff: Examples

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

• Example

  She rebuffed his advances.

• Example

  The company rebuffed the takeover bid.

• Example

  He received a rebuff from his former friend.

• Example

  Her attempt to make amends was met with a rebuff.

rebuff Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for rebuff

• snub
• repulse
• reject
• spurn
• decline

Antonyms for rebuff

• accept
• welcome
• embrace

Phrases with rebuff

• cold rebuff

  a harsh and unfeeling rejection

  Example

  His cold rebuff left her feeling hurt and confused.

• sharp rebuff

  a sudden and forceful rejection

  Example

  The proposal was met with a sharp rebuff from the board of directors.

• friendly rebuff

  a polite but firm rejection

  Example

  She gave him a friendly rebuff, explaining that she was not interested in dating at the moment.

Origins of rebuff

from Old French 'rebuffe', meaning 'a blow struck with the back of the hand'

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Summary: rebuff in Brief

The term 'rebuff' [rɪˈbʌf] refers to rejecting someone or something in an abrupt or ungracious manner. It can also refer to an abrupt or ungracious refusal or rejection of an offer, request, or friendly gesture. The word is often used in phrases like 'cold rebuff,' 'sharp rebuff,' and 'friendly rebuff.'