This is the 15579th most frequent German word.
weigert
"weigert" = "refuses"
The word 'weigert' is used reflexively here ('sich weigern') indicating refusal. It means 'refuses'.
Er weigert sich, die Aufgaben zu erledigen.
He refuses to complete the tasks.
Here, 'weigert' is used reflexively to express a direct refusal to an invitation or request.
Sie weigert sich, an der Besprechung teilzunehmen.
She refuses to participate in the meeting.
In this sentence, 'weigert' conveys a refusal by the subject in a non-human context, demonstrating the possibility of applying 'weigert' broadly.