Accede and Turn down

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Accede verb - To give or express one's approval (as to a proposal).

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Turn down is an antonym for accede.

Nearby Words: accession, accedence, acceding

Turn down verb - To show unwillingness to accept, do, engage in, or agree to.

Usage example: I'm afraid that I will have to turn down your invitation

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Accede is an antonym for turn down.

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