turndown

²turn·down

noun \ˈtərn-ˌdau̇n\

Definition of TURNDOWN

1

: something turned down; also : an instance of turning something (as a bed sheet) down <hotel turndown service>

2

: rejection

3

: downturn

Examples of TURNDOWN

1. <the request to use the restroom was just a formality—I really didn't expect a turndown>

First Known Use of TURNDOWN

1849

Related to TURNDOWN

Synonyms: declination, disallowance, nay, no, nonacceptance, refusal, rejection, denial

Antonyms: allowance, approval, grant, OK (or okay)

Related Words: rebuff, repudiation, repulse, spurn; negative; ban, injunction, veto; deterrence, discouragement, repression, suppression

Near Antonyms: acceptance, accession, acquiescence, agreement, assent, authorization, clearance, concurrence, consent, leave, license (or licence), permission, sanction, sufferance; imprimatur, seal, signature, stamp

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