English Synonym Finder

gainsay

Definitions

To deny or contradict a fact or statement.

To speak against or oppose someone.

Examples

It is impossible to gainsay the overwhelming evidence presented by the scientific community.

She was a woman of such strong character that no one dared to gainsay her decisions.

The historical records are clear, and there is no reason to gainsay the facts of the event.

Synonyms

contradict deny dispute oppose refute challenge dissent

Antonyms

affirm confirm admit concede agree corroborate support