This is the 12581st most frequent German word.
weigerung
Refusal; denial.
Here, 'Weigerung' is used as a noun meaning 'refusal' indicating a decision not to accept or comply with something.
Die Weigerung, an der Diskussion teilzunehmen, überraschte alle.
The refusal to participate in the discussion surprised everyone.
In this sentence, 'Weigerung' emphasizes a polite declination that had social implications.
Ihre Weigerung, die Einladung anzunehmen, wurde als unhöflich angesehen.
Her refusal to accept the invitation was considered rude.
Here, 'Weigerung' is applied as a general concept of refusal, used in a neutral manner.