English · Common Verbs
deny
/dɪˈnaɪ/
[/dɪˈnaɪ/]
say it isn't true
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Definition
To say that something is not true, or to refuse to give something.
Example
The politician continued to deny the accusations despite all the clear evidence.
The politician continued to deny the accusations despite all the clear evidence.
Etymology
From Old French 'denier', from Latin 'denegare' (to refuse, deny).
How & Where It’s Used
Opposite of 'admit'; common in legal and news contexts.