Synonyms for
Refusal
Definition
the act of refusing or denying; the right to refuse
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- refusal to comply
- refusal to cooperate
- outright refusal
- flat refusal
- refusal of service
- refusal to pay
- refusal to negotiate
Word family
Usage note
Refusal implies a firm stance against something. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but the specific synonyms chosen should reflect the register.
Example sentences
- The teacher's refusal to let the students go on the field trip upset them.
- Bob's refusal to share his toys with his little sister made her cry.
- The store's refusal to accept returns without a receipt caused frustration among customers.
- The athlete's refusal to take performance-enhancing drugs earned him respect from his competitors.
- The company's refusal to listen to customer complaints resulted in a loss of business.
Quotes
Success is not built on success. It's built on failure. It's built on frustration. Sometimes it's built on catastrophe. - Sumner Redstone
The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. - Steve Jobs