Option and Refusal

Option

Option noun - Something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment.

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Refusal and option are semantically related In some cases you can use "Refusal" instead a noun "Option".

Nearby Words: opt, optional, optionally, opting, optionee

Refusal noun - An unwillingness to grant something asked for.

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Option and refusal are semantically related in unwillingness topic. You can use "Option" instead a noun "Refusal".

Nearby Words: refuse, refused, refusing, refuser

common	common option	common refusal
simple	simple option	simple refusal
romantic	romantic option	romantic refusal
violent	violent option	violent refusal
Other adjectives: extreme, evil, different.

Jesse's absolute refusal to, when given the option, skip past Jimmy's stuttering attempts to say the words "enchantment" & "destiny"

Source: Funny / Jesse Cox
Refusal of the Call: In the HD Remix, you have the option to simply close the door, which will prompt the narrator to criticize you and the game to restart.

Source: Video Game / The Stanley Parable
Pride: Brendan's main flaw is his absolute refusal to file for bankruptcy or move to a smaller house, even though his wife would rather take that option than watch him risk his life in the ring.

Source: Film / Warrior

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