Pagsalikway

rejection; refusalnoun

Alternative meanings

The act or result of not accepting, denying, pushing away, or repudiating a person, idea, proposal, request, or obligation.

Pronunciation

pag-sa-LIK-way

Root and affixes

From salikway, to reject, push aside, or repudiate. Pagsalikway names the act or state of rejection. Balibad can be used for refusal, especially with an invitation or request.

Variants or conjugations

rejection; refusal; reject; rejected; repudiation; denial; refusal to accept

Related words and expressions

no; acceptance; proposal; request; hurt; relationship; decision; answer

Meaning and usage notes

Use pagsalikway for rejection in a general or stronger sense. For an everyday or polite refusal, balibad may sound more natural. Do not confuse this with trash or waste.