negate — to deny or contradict; to nullify or make ineffective
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to deny or contradict; to nullify or make ineffective
Pronunciation (IPA): /nɪˈɡeɪt/
Korean meaning: 부정하다, 무효화하다, 취소하다
Korean pronunciation: 니**게**이트
Example Sentences
- One slice of pizza negated my entire week of dieting.
- The new evidence negated the defendant's alibi completely.
- His smile negated the harsh words he had just spoken.
negate
VERB//nɪˈɡeɪt//
to deny or contradict; to nullify or make ineffective
Manager negates the business deal with a decisive cancellation stamp
Guard says 'NE-ver through this GATE!' — completely negating entry!
They negate what others create in endless debate!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'negatus', the past participle of 'negare' meaning 'to deny' or 'to say no', which is related to 'ne-' (not) and 'agere' (to do or act).
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📝Examples
“One slice of pizza negated my entire week of dieting.”
“The new evidence negated the defendant's alibi completely.”
“His smile negated the harsh words he had just spoken.”
“The rain negated our plans for a picnic, but not our determination to eat sandwiches indoors.”
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