Synonyms for

Denying

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

Definition

Denying means to refuse to acknowledge or accept something as true.

Synonyms & similar words

allow admit abnegate deny refuse traverse rejecting disputing refuting disclaiming contradicting opposing disavowing disowning disaffirming negating withholding rebutting dissenting renouncing gainsaying objecting abnegating repudiating retracting revoking

Synonyms by register

Formal

refuting disputing contradicting repudiating

Informal

shooting down brushing off saying no to turning down

Literary

gainsaying negating disclaiming

Antonyms

admitting accepting confessing acknowledging affirming avowing conceding

Common collocations

  • denying access
  • denying responsibility
  • denying allegations
  • denying knowledge
  • denying the request
  • denying existence
  • denying entry

Word family

noun denial
verb deny
adjective deniable
adverb deniably

Usage note

The word 'denying' is the present participle of 'deny'. It often implies a refusal to admit the truth or existence of something, or a rejection of a request or claim.

Example sentences

  1. She is denying that she broke the vase.
  2. He is denying that he cheated on the test.
  3. The company is denying the allegations of fraud.
  4. She is denying that she stole the money.
  5. He is denying that he lied about his age.

Quotes

  • Denying the truth doesn't change the facts.
  • Denying the problem doesn't solve it.
  • There's no denying that the world has changed.

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