Rejections Meaning in English
word · lemma: rejection
ɹiˈdʒɛkʃənz/, /ɹɪˈdʒɛkʃənz
ri-JEK-shunzz
ɹɪdʒˈɛkʃənz
ri-JEK-shunz
Definition
Negative responses or decisions to not accept something, like an application, offer, or request.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly used for job, school, or romantic situations. The plural "rejections" emphasizes multiple instances. Often used with 'face', 'handle', or 'deal with' (e.g., 'handle rejections well'). More formal than 'turn down' or 'no'.
Spanish: rechazosPortuguese (BR): rejeiçõesPortuguese (PT): rejeiçõesChinese (Simplified): 拒绝Chinese (Traditional): 拒絕Hindi: अस्वीकृतिArabic: رفضBengali: প্রত্যাখ্যান - বাতিল (অনুরোধ বা আবেদন)Russian: отказыJapanese: 拒絶 - 不採用通知Vietnamese: sự từ chốiKorean: 거절Turkish: ret - reddedilmeUrdu: انکار - ردIndonesian: penolakan
Example Sentences
He received several rejections from universities.
basic
Many job applications end in rejections.
basic
Dealing with rejections can be difficult.
basic
After a few rejections, she finally got a job offer.
natural
Don’t let a few rejections stop you from chasing your dreams.
natural
Writers often keep all their rejections as motivation to improve.
natural