What does decline mean?

Definition

To refuse an invitation, offer or request politely.

Example sentences

• I'm afraid I must decline your request to work this weekend, but I can help on Monday.🔊

  I'm afraid I must decline your request to work this weekend, but I can help on Monday.

• I'll have to decline this time, but I'd love to join you next week.🔊

  I'll have to decline this time, but I'd love to join you next week.

decline in other languages

• In Portuguese
• In French
• In Japanese