To politely refuse an offer, invitation, or request.
“We regret to inform you that we must decline your request for a full refund.”
“She had to decline the invitation due to a scheduling conflict.”
Reading Part 1 sometimes includes letters that refuse a request, such as for a refund or exception. Recognizing 'decline' helps you correctly answer purpose questions instead of confusing it with words like 'accept' or 'approve,' which are common wrong-answer distractors.
Synonyms: refuse, reject, turn down