Synonyms for Reject

Definition of reject

noun
  1. the person or thing that is rejected or set aside as inferior in quality
verb
  1. refuse to accept or acknowledge; "I reject the idea of starting a war"; "The journal rejected the student's paper"
  2. refuse to accept; "He refused my offer of hospitality"

8 synonyms found

Writing tips for "reject"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like cull, decline, disapprove can replace "reject" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

With 8 alternatives available, "reject" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.

"Reject" in song lyrics

See how reject is used in real songs:

  • "Cause every weak rhyme ya bring, I will reject"
    2 Live Crew — Check it Out Y'all
  • "In this rap game you're a reject"
    Antoinette — Shake, Rattle & Roll
  • "We reject"
    Asheru — Revolution

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