What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
denial
Example
He was in denial about his addiction and refused to seek help. [denial: noun]
Example
She denied any involvement in the crime. [denied: past tense verb]
repudiation
Example
The company issued a repudiation of the allegations made against them. [repudiation: noun]
Example
He repudiated the terms of the contract and refused to sign it. [repudiated: past tense verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Denial is more commonly used in everyday language, while repudiation is less common and more formal.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between denial and repudiation?
Repudiation is more formal than denial and is often used in legal or business contexts, while denial can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
