词组 | refuse |
释义 | refuse Refuse is used as a verb or a noun. When it is a verb, it is pronounced . When it is a noun, it is pronounced . ◊ used as a verb If you refuse to do something, you deliberately do not do it, or you say firmly that you will not do it. He refused to accept their advice. Three employees were dismissed for refusing to join a union. ◊ 'reject' If you do not agree with an idea or belief, you do not say that you 'refuse' it. You say that you reject it. Some people reject the idea of a mixed economy. It was hard for me to reject my family's religious beliefs. ◊ used as a noun Refuse is used as a noun to refer to things that you throw away. ...a dump for refuse. This department is also responsible for refuse collection. Several other words are used to refer to things that are thrown away. For more information, see entry at ↑ |
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