1. rejected or refused in an abrupt or ungracious manner
Usage: past tense and past participle of rebuff

Examples

• She rebuffed his romantic advances politely but firmly.
• The senator rebuffed questions about the scandal.
• His offer to help was rebuffed by the proud family.
• The peace proposal was rebuffed by both sides.
• When he asked for a raise, he was rebuffed by his boss.
• The celebrity rebuffed all interview requests.
• Her attempts at friendship were repeatedly rebuffed.