Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Denial.
How to pronounce denial:
US
Denial - as a noun
The act of refusing to comply (as with a request)
Example: "It resulted in a complete denial of his privileges"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
speech actHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of asserting that something alleged is not true
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disaffirmationHypernyms (Closely Related)
assertionasseverationavermentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(psychiatry) a defense mechanism that denies painful thoughts
Renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abnegationself-abnegationself-denialself-renunciationA defendant's answer or plea denying the truth of the charges against him
Example: "He gave evidence for the defense"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defencedefensedemurrerHypernyms (Closely Related)
due processdue process of lawHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She was in denial about her addiction and refused to seek help."
"His constant denial of wrongdoing led to the breakdown of the relationship."
"The company's denial of responsibility for the pollution angered the local community."
"Despite overwhelming evidence, the suspect maintained his denial of any involvement in the crime."
"The politician's denial of the allegations only fueled public suspicion."
Word Game Points
Is DENIAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, denial is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DENIAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is DENIAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, denial is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDENIAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is DENIAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, denial is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDENIAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.