The term 'brushed aside' can be summarized by two crossword solutions: DISMISSED (9 letters) and REBUFFED (8 letters). DISMISSED means to reject or ignore something, while REBUFFED means to reject or rebut something. Both terms imply that the person or thing being brushed aside is not given any attention or consideration. This could be in the form of a dismissal from a job, a rejection of an idea, or a refusal to listen to someone's opinion.