deny

[dɪˈnaɪ]

deny Definition

• 1. refuse to admit the truth or existence of something
• 2. refuse to give (something) to someone
• 3. refuse entry or access to (someone)
• 4. state that one refuses to admit the truth or existence of (something)
• 5. withhold or refuse to grant (something requested or desired) to (someone)

Using deny: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "deny" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He denied any involvement in the crime.

• Example

  The company denied her request for a refund.

• Example

  The bouncer denied them entry to the club.

• Example

  She denied the allegations against her.

• Example

  The government denied the opposition's request for a public inquiry.

deny Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for deny

• refuse
• reject
• repudiate
• disown
• disavow

Antonyms for deny

• admit
• accept
• acknowledge

Idioms Using deny

• in denial

  unwilling or unable to accept something as true

  Example

  Despite all the evidence, he remained in denial about his addiction.

• deny someone their due

  refuse to give someone what they deserve or have earned

  Example

  The company denied him his due promotion despite his hard work and dedication.

• deny the obvious

  refuse to acknowledge or accept something that is clearly true or evident

  Example

  She denied the obvious fact that her son was struggling in school.

Phrases with deny

• deny oneself

  refrain from indulging in something, typically a pleasure or comfort

  Example

  She denied herself the pleasure of dessert in order to lose weight.

• deny access

  refuse entry or admission to a place or building

  Example

  The security guard denied access to anyone without proper identification.

• deny the charge

  state that one did not commit the crime or offense with which one is charged

  Example

  He denied the charges of embezzlement and fraud.

Origins of deny

from Old French 'denier', from Latin 'denegare', from 'de-' (expressing reversal) + 'negare' (to deny)

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Summary: deny in Brief

To 'deny' [dɪˈnaɪ] is to refuse to admit the truth or existence of something, withhold or refuse to grant something requested or desired, or refuse entry or access to someone. It can also mean to state that one refuses to admit the truth or existence of something. Examples include 'He denied any involvement in the crime,' and 'The company denied her request for a refund.' 'Deny' extends into phrases like 'deny oneself,' and idioms like 'in denial,' denoting an unwillingness to accept something as true.