Deny

/dɪˈnaɪ/

The meaning and definition of Deny, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb

To assert that something is not true.
“Everyone knows he committed the crime, but he still denies it.”
(ditransitive) To refuse to give or grant something to someone.
“My father denied me a good education.”

Synonyms contradict disclaim gainsay refute withsay

Antonyms affirm confirm allow

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