denies
word · lemma: deny
/dɪˈnaɪz/
/dɪnˈaɪz/
Definition
To say that something is not true, or to refuse to accept or admit something.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in formal, legal, or public contexts (e.g., 'She denies all allegations'). Common collocations: 'deny responsibility', 'deny access', 'deny a claim'. Not used for physically refusing (use 'refuse'). 'Denies' refers to third-person singular.
Spanish: niegaPortuguese (BR): negaPortuguese (PT): negaChinese (Simplified): 否认Chinese (Traditional): 否認Hindi: इनकार करता हैArabic: ينكرBengali: অস্বীকার করেRussian: отрицаетJapanese: 否定するVietnamese: phủ nhậnKorean: 부인한다Turkish: inkâr ederUrdu: انکار کرتا ہےIndonesian: menyangkal
Example Sentences
He denies the accusation.
basic
She denies knowing about it.
basic
The company denies responsibility for the error.
basic
He always denies everything, even when the facts are clear.
natural
She denies being involved, but everyone suspects her.
natural
The government strongly denies any wrongdoing.
natural