Meaning & use
denial
The act of stating that something is not true, or the refusal to admit or accept a fact.
See it in a sentence
His flat denial of the accusation surprised no one who knew him.
She lived in denial about her illness for years before seeking treatment.
A note on using this word
The phrase 'in denial' describes refusing to accept an emotionally difficult truth, a psychological use distinct from simply denying a statement.
Words with a similar meaning
rejectionrefusal
Choose a synonym to suit the sentence. Meanings can overlap without being identical.
Words with an opposite meaning
admissionconfession
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