No. 12,581 in German
weigerung
Refusal; denial.
In a sentence
Die Weigerung, an der Diskussion teilzunehmen, überraschte alle.
The refusal to participate in the discussion surprised everyone.
Here, 'Weigerung' is used as a noun meaning 'refusal' indicating a decision not to accept or comply with something.
Ihre Weigerung, die Einladung anzunehmen, wurde als unhöflich angesehen.
Her refusal to accept the invitation was considered rude.
In this sentence, 'Weigerung' emphasizes a polite declination that had social implications.
Es kommt nicht oft vor, dass eine solche Weigerung ausgesprochen wird.
It is not often that such a refusal is expressed.
Here, 'Weigerung' is applied as a general concept of refusal, used in a neutral manner.
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