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negation

[nɪˈɡeɪʃ(ə)n]

negation Definition

  • 1the contradiction or denial of something
  • 2the absence or opposite of something that is expected or positive

Using negation: Examples

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

  • Example

    The negation of his claim was met with skepticism.

  • Example

    The absence of evidence is not proof of negation.

  • Example

    Her silence was seen as a negation of the proposal.

negation Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with negation

  • double negation

    the use of two negative words in a sentence to express a positive meaning

    Example

    I can't get no satisfaction.

  • the act of denying or rejecting one's own identity, beliefs, or values

    Example

    His constant negation of self made it difficult for him to form meaningful relationships.

  • the denial or contradiction of an established fact

    Example

    The negation of scientific evidence is a common tactic used by climate change deniers.

Origins of negation

from Latin 'negatio', meaning 'denial'

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Summary: negation in Brief

Negation [nɪˈɡeɪʃ(ə)n] refers to the contradiction or denial of something, or the absence or opposite of something that is expected or positive. Examples include 'The negation of his claim was met with skepticism,' and 'Her silence was seen as a negation of the proposal.' Phrases like 'double negation' and 'negation of self' are also used to describe specific types of negation.