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rebuff Synonyms

Another word for rebuff

Choosing another word for rebuff depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To reject someone or something in an abrupt, blunt, or ungracious manner.

Usage Example

"The board of directors voted to reject the rival company's takeover bid."

Strongest
reject
snub
spurn
Strong
brush off
turn down
repulse
refuse
dismiss

• noun (Context 2)

An abrupt, ungracious, or unexpected rejection of an offer, request, or friendly advance.

Usage Example

"Her polite suggestion to reorganize the committee met with a sharp rejection from the director."

Strongest
rejection
snub
Strong
brush-off
spurning
repulse
slight
refusal
cold shoulder

Opposites of rebuff

The opposite of rebuff shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

acceptance
accept
welcome
embrace
approval
approve
See all opposites of rebuff

• Nearby Words

rebrand
rebranding
rebroadcast
rebuff
rebuild
rebuildable
rebuilder

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Rebuff. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/rebuff
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