1. A complete and absolute rejection or denial of something, made clearly and without hesitation or reservation
His outright refusal to cooperate made the negotiations impossible.
A sua recusa categórica em cooperar tornou as negociações impossíveis.
2. A blunt and direct rejection that leaves no room for discussion or compromise
The company's outright refusal to negotiate terms shocked the investors.
A recusa categórica da empresa em negociar os termos chocou os investidores.