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拒否 (noun)

A formal noun referring to the act of refusing, rejecting, or denying a request, proposal, or command. It conveys a firm and often official decision not to accept what has been offered or asked for.

💬 Example

"申請を拒否されました。"

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine a CEO named KYO saying 'HI' to a proposal, but then immediately REJECTING it. KYO-HI = Reject.

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
拒絶 辞退 お断り 否認 却下
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 拒否 to turn down a social invitation from a friend (should use 断る).

Using 拒否 to deny a fact or a rumor (should use 否定).

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