Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A firm decision not to accept, grant, or agree to something being offered or suggested.
Refusal
/rɪˈfjuːz(ə)l/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
Her refusal surprised everyone.The bank's refusal was unexpected.
Etymology:
The word refusal dates back to Middle English, derived from the Old French refuser. Its roots trace further back to the Vulgar Latin refūsāre, which means to reject or deny.
Usage Statistics:
4 mentions per 1 million words 
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