denial — the action of declaring something to be untrue
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action of declaring something to be untrue
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈnaɪəl/
Example Sentences
- Despite the chocolate on his face, Tommy's denial of eating cookies was hilarious.
- The politician's denial of corruption charges dominated the news.
- My mom is still in denial that I'm old enough to choose my own bedtime.
denial
NOUN[/dɪˈnaɪəl/]
the action of declaring something to be untrue
Her denial surprised everyone despite the evidence.
The suspect's denial continued throughout the investigation. (DENY + REALITY = DENIAL → refusing to accept an obvious truth)
A denial may delay the truth, but a trial can reveal it.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'denegare', composed of 'de-' (completely) and 'negare' (to deny or refuse). The word entered English through Old French 'denier', developing the meaning of complete rejection or refusal.
Breakdown
de- (completely, wholly) + negare (to deny, refuse) + -al (noun suffix). The Latin verb 'denegare' was nominalized through Old French to form the English noun 'denial'.
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📝Examples
“Despite the chocolate on his face, Tommy's denial of eating cookies was hilarious.”
“The politician's denial of corruption charges dominated the news.”
“My mom is still in denial that I'm old enough to choose my own bedtime.”
“The company's denial of environmental damage was met with skepticism.”
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