mental rejection
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- noun
- Sometimes, mental rejection of new ideas stems from a lack of evidence rather than stubbornness.
Examples
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The scientist's mental rejection of unsupported theories drives her rigorous experiments.
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Her mental rejection of the explanation was obvious from her skeptical expression.
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Her mental rejection of the idea surprised everyone.
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He experienced a strong mental rejection of the proposal.
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Her mental rejection of the new policy was clear when she disagreed in the meeting.
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The mental rejection of rumors can help maintain a positive atmosphere in the workplace.
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His mental rejection of the theory was evident as he shook his head during the presentation.
Synonyms
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Refusing to accept painful facts about yourself
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Not being accepted by people or a group
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A feeling of doubt about an idea or claim when there is not enough proof
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A feeling when you do not think something is true
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A feeling of not believing something surprising
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Refusing to accept clear facts or evidence from science and history
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A secret doubt that stops you agreeing fully
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Not able to believe something because it is shocking
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Refusal to accept an offer, invitation, or idea
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A feeling of not being sure about something
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A feeling of not being welcomed or not agreeing
Antonyms
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Surface Forms
Morphology
The noun phrase is a straightforward composition of 'mental' (pertaining to the mind) and 'rejection' (act of refusing), so a learner who knows both words can infer it refers to refusing or doubting something internally. This adjective+noun pattern is common cross-linguistically and follows normal compositional rules, making the meaning predictable for a B1 learner.
Etymology
Mental rejection combines mental (in the mind) and rejection (a refusal); picture an idea offered and your mind pushing it away like a hand. So mental rejection means 'doubting' or 'refusing to accept' a thought or explanation.