How to Pronounce "in denial"
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /dɪˈnaɪəɫ
in dih-NY-uhl
ˈɪn/ /dɪnˈaɪəl
in dih-NY-uhl
Definition
Refusing to accept or admit that something unpleasant or true has happened or is real.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /dɪˈnaɪəɫ
British English
ˈɪn/ /dɪnˈaɪəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in dih-NY-uhl
UK
in dih-NY-uhl
Listen in Context
She is in denial about her illness.
Many people are in denial after losing a loved one.
He is still in denial about his addiction.
You're totally in denial if you think you don't need help.