denying

[dɪˈnaɪɪŋ]

denying Definition

• 1. refusing to admit the truth or existence of something
• 2. refusing to give something to someone

Using denying: Examples

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

• Example

  He is denying all the allegations made against him.

• Example

  She is denying herself food to lose weight.

• Example

  The company is denying any involvement in the scandal.

• Example

  The government is denying visas to foreign workers.

denying Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for denying

• rejecting
• disavowing
• disclaiming
• repudiating
• withholding

Antonyms for denying

• acknowledging
• accepting
• granting
• admitting

Phrases with denying

• deny oneself

  to refrain from indulging in something, especially food or drink, for moral or religious reasons

  Example

  During Ramadan, Muslims deny themselves food and drink during daylight hours.

• deny access

  to refuse entry or admission to a place or service

  Example

  The bouncer denied access to the club because the patrons were not dressed appropriately.

• deny the charge

  to state that one did not commit the crime or offense that they are accused of

  Example

  The defendant denied the charge of embezzlement and pleaded not guilty.

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Summary: denying in Brief

The verb 'denying' [dɪˈnaɪɪŋ] refers to refusing to admit the truth or existence of something, or refusing to give something to someone. It can be used in contexts such as legal proceedings, personal choices, and immigration policies, as in 'The company is denying any involvement in the scandal.' 'Deny' can also be used in phrases like 'deny oneself,' which means to refrain from indulging in something, and 'deny access,' which means to refuse entry or admission to a place or service.