denial (Meaning)
denial (n)
the act of refusing to comply (as with a request)
the act of asserting that something alleged is not true
(psychiatry) a defense mechanism that denies painful thoughts
renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others
a defendant's answer or plea denying the truth of the charges against him
denial (n.)
The act of gainsaying, refusing, or disowning; negation; -- the contrary of affirmation.
A refusal to admit the truth of a statement, charge, imputation, etc.; assertion of the untruth of a thing stated or maintained; a contradiction.
A refusal to grant; rejection of a request.
A refusal to acknowledge; disclaimer of connection with; disavowal; -- the contrary of confession; as, the denial of a fault charged on one; a denial of God.
Synonyms & Antonyms of denial
denial Sentence Examples
- The child's tearful denial of eating the cookies was unconvincing, given the chocolate smudges around their mouth.
- In the face of overwhelming evidence, the suspect continued his vehement denial of any wrongdoing.
- The patient's denial of their illness made it challenging for the doctor to provide proper treatment.
- The politician's repeated denials of the corruption scandal only served to erode public trust.
- The grieving family was in a state of denial, unable to accept the tragic loss.
- The company initially met the product safety concerns with a blanket denial, but later issued a public apology.
- Psychologists view denial as a common defense mechanism used to cope with overwhelming emotions.
- The movie explored the themes of denial and self-deception in the wake of a traumatic event.
- The peace talks stalled due to both sides' refusal to acknowledge any responsibility and their constant denial of blame.
- Overcoming denial is often the first step towards healing and personal growth.
FAQs About the word denial
the act of refusing to comply (as with a request), the act of asserting that something alleged is not true, (psychiatry) a defense mechanism that denies painful
rejection,refusal, disallowance, declination,nonacceptance, no, repulse, deterrence, veto, turndown
grant, grant, acceptance, allowance,approval, approval, acceptance, agreement, allowance, agreement
The child's tearful denial of eating the cookies was unconvincing, given the chocolate smudges around their mouth.
In the face of overwhelming evidence, the suspect continued his vehement denial of any wrongdoing.
The patient's denial of their illness made it challenging for the doctor to provide proper treatment.
The politician's repeated denials of the corruption scandal only served to erode public trust.
