denial
/dɪˈnaɪ.əl/
UK: /dɪˈnaɪ.əl/
DꞮNAꞮ · əl (2 syllables)
English
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Definition
An assertion of untruth.
Etymology
From deny + -al.
Example Sentences
- "The singer has issued a sweeping denial of all the rumors."
- "The denial of "There might be X" is the null, "False, there is no X.""
- "The denial of medical treatment to those who cannot afford to pay is scandalous."
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