Synonyms for

Denied

Verb / dɪˈnaɪd / Another word for denied — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To refuse to give or grant something requested or desired.

Synonyms & similar words

allow admit abnegate deny refuse traverse rejected refused declined vetoed opposed objected disapproved rebuffed repudiated withheld spurned thwarted negated contradicted countered disclaimed disowned disavowed disacknowledged dissentient

Synonyms by register

Formal

refused rejected dismissed repudiated

Informal

turned down shot down said no to passed on

Literary

withheld negatived disallowed

Antonyms

granted allowed approved accepted permitted affirmed consented

Common collocations

  • denied access
  • denied entry
  • denied a request
  • denied responsibility
  • denied the allegations
  • denied parole
  • denied the existence

Word family

noun denial
verb deny
adjective deniable
adverb deniably

Usage note

The word 'denied' implies a refusal to grant something that was asked for or expected. It can also mean to state that something is not true.

Example sentences

  1. The bouncer denied entry to the club for those who did not have an ID.
  2. The bank denied the loan application due to poor credit history.
  3. The athlete denied using performance-enhancing drugs.
  4. The politician denied the allegations of corruption.
  5. The witness denied seeing the crime happen.

Quotes

  • The best way to find out if you can trust somebody is to trust them. - Ernest Hemingway
  • The truth is rarely pure and never simple. - Oscar Wilde
  • The most courageous act is still to think for yourself. Aloud. - Coco Chanel

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