Basic Details
Word: Rejection
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The act of refusing to accept, believe in, or agree with something or someone.
Synonyms: Refusal, dismissal, repudiation
Antonyms: Acceptance, approval, endorsement
Idioms and Phrases
- Take no for an answer: To accept that someone has rejected you or your suggestion and not argue further. Example: "When I asked him to join the team, he said no, so I decided to take no for an answer."
- Burned bridges: To describe a situation where you have made it impossible to return to a previous relationship or situation, often resulting in rejection. Example: "After our argument, I felt like I had burned bridges with her, and reconciliation seemed unlikely."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She faced rejection when her application for the school play was turned down, but she didn't give up.
Example 2: The team's rejection of his proposal was disappointing, yet he was determined to improve it for the next meeting.
Example 3: Experiencing rejection can be tough, but it often leads to new opportunities and personal growth.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the term "rejection" comes from the Latin word "rejectio," which means "to throw back"? This reflects the idea of something being cast aside when not accepted.
Famous Quote
"Rejection is simply the fuel for your fire." – Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "rejection" mean?
a) Accepting something
b) Agreeing with a suggestion
c) Refusing to accept something
d) Understanding a situation
Answer: c) Refusing to accept something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "rejection"?
a) Acceptance
b) Refusal
c) Agreement
d) Approval
Answer: b) Refusal
3. Which word is an antonym of "rejection"?
a) Repudiation
b) Dismissal
c) Acceptance
d) Refusal
Answer: c) Acceptance
4. Which sentence uses "rejection" correctly?
a) The rejection of her idea showed they didn't value her input.
b) I made a rejection of my homework yesterday.
c) Many rejections are counting on this project.
d) He decided to rejection the rice.
Answer: a) The rejection of her idea showed they didn't value her input.
5. Which idiom relates to accepting rejection?
a) Take no for an answer
b) Burned bridges
c) Hit the nail on the head
d) Let the cat out of the bag
Answer: a) Take no for an answer
