DENEGATION Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

denegation

noun

ˌde-ni-ˈgā-shən

Definition of denegation

as in denial

a refusal to confirm the truth of a statement this recent flip-flop is merely the latest in a series of denegations by the governor of previously held positions

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Noun

The defense will raise the continuance denial in its post-trial motions, according to Herrera.

— Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Oct. 2026
Democrats have long denied involvement in the non-incumbent Sullivan's candidacy, and both the Peltola campaign and the DSCC reiterated those denials after the Times story published.

— Ashley Lopez, NPR, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of denial

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Even with the federal effort on hold, state governments have pressed ahead with new rules that are already pushing ballot rejection rates higher.

— Philip Wang, Time, 28 Oct. 2026
For next year’s admissions, institutions would have to publish more detailed selection criteria and explain rejections when applicants request reasons.

— Thomas Adamson, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026

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