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spurned

 

[ spɜrnd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

rejected feelings

To spurn means to reject something with disdain or contempt. It usually implies a strong and dismissive refusal, often suggesting that the person rejecting something considers it unworthy or beneath them. The term can be applied in various contexts such as love, opportunities, or invitations. It indicates not just a refusal, but a vigorous or scornful one, emphasizing how lowly the rejected object is viewed.

Synonyms

disdain, dismiss, reject, scorn, shun

Examples of usage

  • She spurned his advances with a cold glare.
  • The athlete spurned the chance to represent his country.
  • He spurned the job offer because he felt it was beneath his skills.

Translations

Translations of the word "spurned" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desprezado

🇮🇳 अस्वीकृत

🇩🇪 verworfen

🇮🇩 ditolak

🇺🇦 відкинутий

🇵🇱 odrzucony

🇯🇵 拒絶された

🇫🇷 rejeté

🇪🇸 rechazado

🇹🇷 reddedilmiş

🇰🇷 거절당한

🇸🇦 مرفوض

🇨🇿 odmítnutý

🇸🇰 odmietnutý

🇨🇳 被拒绝的

🇸🇮 zavrnjen

🇮🇸 höfð

🇰🇿 қабылданбаған

🇬🇪 გადაწყვეტილი

🇦🇿 rədd edilmiş

🇲🇽 rechazado

Word origin

The word 'spurn' has its origins in the Old English term 'spernan', which meant to 'kick away' or 'reject'. This term traces back to Proto-West Germanic *spurnōn, which also carried the sense of 'to kick away'. The evolution of the word reflects both a physical and metaphorical act of rejection, reinforcing its use in contexts where something is not just refused, but done so with a sense of contempt or disdain. Over centuries, 'spurn' has been solidified in the English language, often associated with emotions such as disgust or disdain, whether in romantic endeavors, agreements, or even trivial offers. Its usage has expanded into poetic and literary contexts, where the connotation enhances narratives of love and rejection.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,273, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.