reject
Translation
to refuse, to turn down, to dismiss
Examples
They rejected my application for the job.
They rejected my application for the job.
The new organ was rejected by the body.
The new organ was rejected by the body.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to refuse to accept or consider (sth.). They rejected my application.
Similar Words
Synonyms: refuse, decline, deny; Antonyms: accept, approve
Etymology
From Latin 're-' (back) + 'jacere' (to throw). Literally 'to throw back'.
Memory Tips
Imagine throwing something back ('re-') that was offered to you. You are 'rejecting' it.