Definition

In a manner that expresses refusal or dismissal.

Example

She looked at the proposal rejectingly, making it clear she was not interested.

Conversation

Did you see how she looked at him today?

Yeah, it was like she was rejectingly dismissing his ideas.

I know, right? It felt a bit harsh for no reason.

Definitely, she could have been more open to what he was saying.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rejectingly → It is formed from "reject" (from Latin "reicere", meaning to throw back) and "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "rejectingly" means in a manner that throws back or refuses something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'throwing back' ('reicere') to remember that 'rejectingly' means to refuse something in a specific manner.

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