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They are synonyms and can often be used in the same sentence. Both mean you do not receive or accept something (a physical thing or an idea, suggestion, etc.).
( w4 J5 t" s$ v" c' f"I refused / rejected his job offer."
- ]. t- c0 \, i) y* Z0 t% y$ cDifference in Grammar:
" Q* ]$ n3 G* @8 Y; N6 K+ d( ^, y4 z1 M"Refuse" is often followed by an infinitive (to + VERB). Reject usually has a noun or noun phrase after it.
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There is a slight differences in meaning, but it's rather subtle., s6 u, a/ d& w' V# I
4 U: W1 T5 S! ARefuse is a bit harsher / stronger. The person is insistent on not accepting something. ! H% A+ X; X5 I1 V7 C8 [
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"I refuse to answer that question. No! I will not do it!") ?& m ~" O7 z0 Y5 b
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Reject can be used to not accept something that is broken, not working properly, not in good shape/order.
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"The company will reject any application that doesn't have a cover letter attached." |
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