denying

Definitions

The act of stating that something is not true or does not exist.

Refusing to grant, give, or allow something that is requested or desired.

The act of rejecting or disowning a belief, claim, or association.

Examples

He spent the entire afternoon denying that he had anything to do with the missing files.

There is no denying the fact that the team played exceptionally well during the championship.

She walked away without denying the rumors, leaving everyone to wonder if they were true.

Synonyms

refusing rejecting repudiating contradicting disclaiming gainsaying disavowing

Antonyms

accepting admitting affirming acknowledging confirming conceding asserting