Dictionary Check: rebuff

"rebuff" is a valid word!

Scrabble 14 points
Words with Friends 16 points

Definition

noun

a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)

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noun

an instance of driving away or warding off

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verb

reject outright and bluntly

Example: "She snubbed his proposal"
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verb

force or drive back

Example: "repel the attacker"

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