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spurn

[spərn]

spurn Definition

  • 1reject with disdain or contempt
  • 2kick at or tread on disdainfully

Using spurn: Examples

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

  • Example

    She spurned his advances and walked away.

  • Example

    He spurned the offer of a job in the city.

  • Example

    The horse spurned the hay and kicked it away.

  • Example

    The team spurned several chances to score.

spurn Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for spurn

Idioms Using spurn

  • to reject or show ingratitude towards someone who has helped or supported you

    Example

    After he became successful, he spurned the hand that fed him and refused to help his old friends.

  • to leave a place or situation in a dramatic or defiant manner

    Example

    After being insulted by his boss, he spurned the dust and quit his job on the spot.

  • to refuse to be disciplined or corrected

    Example

    Despite his parents' efforts to discipline him, he continued to spurn the rod and misbehave.

Phrases with spurn

  • spurn someone's advances

    reject someone's romantic overtures or proposals

    Example

    Despite his repeated attempts, she spurned his advances.

  • reject or refuse an opportunity that is presented

    Example

    He spurned the opportunity to work for a prestigious company and instead chose to start his own business.

  • spurn someone's advice

    reject or ignore someone's advice or suggestions

    Example

    Despite his friend's warnings, he spurned his advice and invested all his money in the stock market.

Origins of spurn

from Old Norse 'sporna', meaning 'to kick'

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Summary: spurn in Brief

The verb 'spurn' [spərn] means to reject with disdain or contempt, often accompanied by kicking or treading on something. It can refer to romantic advances, job offers, or opportunities, as in 'She spurned his advances and walked away.' 'Spurn' also appears in idioms like 'spurn the hand that feeds you,' meaning to reject those who have helped you, and 'spurn the dust,' meaning to leave dramatically.