Rebutjar
Example: Va rebutjar la proposta perquè no estava d'acord amb ella.
Definition
"Rebutjar" means to refuse or reject something, such as an offer, proposal, or idea, usually because it is not acceptable or agreeable. For example, if someone does not agree with a suggestion, they can 'rebutjar' it by saying no or declining.
Etymology
The word "rebutjar" comes from the Catalan verb formed by the prefix 're-' meaning 'back' or 'again' and the root related to 'butjar,' meaning to push or shove. Essentially, it conveys the idea of pushing something back or rejecting it. Did you know that the concept of 'rebutjar' has parallels in many Romance languages where rejection is expressed through similar constructions?
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"Rebutjar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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