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REBUFFING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Rebuffing.

Rebuffing - as a noun

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
slight10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discourtesy17offence15offense13offensive activity
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An instance of driving away or warding off

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
repulse9snub6

Rebuffing - as a verb

Reject outright and bluntly

Example: "She snubbed his proposal"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
repel7snub6

Force or drive back

Example: "Repel the attacker"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
drive backfight offrepel7repulse9

Example Sentences

"She faced several rebuffings in her attempts to befriend him."
"The actor shrugged off the rebuffing from the critics and continued to pursue his passion."
"He felt a deep sadness after the rebuffing he received from his long-time friend."
"The team's rebuffing of the opponent's attack was impressive."
"After the repeated rebuffings, she decided to give up on the project."
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Word Game Points

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

REBUFFING has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is REBUFFING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, rebuffing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
REBUFFING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is REBUFFING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, rebuffing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
REBUFFING has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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