Definition of Rebuff
Rebuff
re·buff
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(verb)
To reject or refuse something abruptly or ungraciously
e.g. The company rebuffed the takeover offer from the rival firm
(noun)
a rejection or criticism of a request, offer, or friendly gesture, delivered in an ungracious and/or sharp manner;
e.g. I was hurt by her rebuff of my attempt at conversation.
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