reject

/rɪˈdʒɛkt/

Definitions

1. verb

to refuse or decline something, especially a person’s application or offer

“The company rejected my job application due to lack of experience.”

2. noun

a person who is refused or dismissed, especially because of their behavior or performance

“The fired employee was a reject from the company’s former management team.”

3. noun

something that is rejected or discarded, especially a product that is defective or unsellable

“The company had to destroy a large quantity of reject goods due to safety concerns.”

4. noun

a person who is not wanted or accepted by a particular group or society

“The outcast was considered a reject by the community for their eccentric behavior.”

Synonyms

  • decline
  • refuse
  • turn down

Antonyms

  • accept
  • approve
  • welcome