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REBUFFED

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Rebuffed.

Rebuffed - as a noun

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
slight
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discourtesyoffenceoffenseoffensive activity
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An instance of driving away or warding off

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
repulsesnub

Rebuffed - as a verb

Reject outright and bluntly

Example: "She snubbed his proposal"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
repelsnub

Force or drive back

Example: "Repel the attacker"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
drive backfight offrepelrepulse

Example Sentences

"She rebuffed his flirtatious advances."
"After proposing a business partnership, he was rebuffed by his potential investors."
"I tried to offer my help, but she rebuffed my assistance."
"Despite his best efforts, he was rebuffed by the hiring manager during the job interview."
"The diplomat rebuffed the accusations made by the foreign minister."
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Word Game Points

Is REBUFFED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, rebuffed is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

REBUFFED has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is REBUFFED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, rebuffed is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
REBUFFED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is REBUFFED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, rebuffed is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
REBUFFED has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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