拒む

To firmly refuse, reject, or obstruct.

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Other forms

拒みます polite form

拒んだ plain past

拒んで te-form

拒まない plain negative

1 Verb (Godan, transitive)

To refuse

Indicates a forceful rejection of a request or demand, often stemming from strong opposition or unwillingness.

Example

彼はその申し出をきっぱりと拒んだ。

He flatly refused that offer.

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2 Verb (Godan, transitive)

To prevent

Signifies the obstruction of passage, entry, or progress by acting as a barrier.

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拒む

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To firmly refuse, reject, or obstruct.

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