🙅‍♂️denial

noun
/dɪˈnaɪəl/

Meaning

a statement that something is not true; the refusal to accept or believe something
the action of declaring something to be untrue; refusal to acknowledge something

Example Sentences

His denial of the accusations surprised everyone.

His denial of involvement in the scandal was met with skepticism.

Example Expressions

in denial

Synonyms

refusal, rejection, contradiction, repudiation, disavowal
Entry 1
refusal, rejection, contradiction, repudiation
Entry 2
refusal, rejection, disavowal, contradiction

Antonyms

acceptance, confirmation, admission, acknowledgment
Entry 1
acceptance, confirmation, admission
Entry 2
acceptance, admission, acknowledgment, confirmation

Collocations

strong denial, official denial, denial of reality, denial of responsibility, flat denial, complete denial, denial of access
Entry 1
strong denial, official denial, denial of reality, denial of responsibility
Entry 2
flat denial, complete denial, denial of access

Related Vocabularies

self-important behavior or exaggerated dignity
Loss of the ability to move in part or most of the body, typically as a result of illness or injury.
a wild animal related to dogs, with a pointed face and thick fur
Rainfall made acidic by atmospheric pollution, especially from industrial emissions.
a flat surface on which pictures or words are shown; a movable partition used to divide a room
The quality of being able to adjust to new conditions or circumstances.

Explore More