refuse

Definition

  • v. show unwillingness towards
  • v. refuse to accept

Word forms

Past tense
refused
Past participle
refused
Present participle
refusing
Third person singular
refuses

Example sentences

  1. vt.

    She decided to refuse the job offer because it didn't match her career goals.

  2. vi.

    He will refuse to participate in the event if it conflicts with his schedule.

  3. n.

    The park was filled with refuse after the festival ended.

  4. a.

    They cleared out the garage and found many refuse items that could be recycled.