headshake

/ˈhædˌʃeɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

a movement of the head to indicate refusal or dismissal, or to express doubt or skepticism.

“He gave a headshake and walked away from the offer.”

2. verb

to move one’s head in a way that indicates refusal or dismissal, or to express doubt or skepticism.

“She headshaked the proposal and told them to rethink it.”

Synonyms

  • dismiss
  • reject
  • shrug

Antonyms

  • accept
  • agree
  • endorse