1
as in denies
to declare not to be true
this evidence negates his claim that he was not at the scene of the crime
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2
as in abolishes
to put an end to by formal action
Prohibition was established by the 18th amendment to the U.S. Constitution, only to be negated by the 21st amendment 13 years later
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as in discredits
to think not to be true or real
you simply can't negate your feelings for someone, even if they don't feel the same way about you
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Recent Examples of negates
The show’s gravity pulls everything toward him and negates the necessity to follow through with anybody else.
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Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 24 Feb. 2026
Hang It Up Putting clothing and linens on hangers right out of the dryer keeps them free of wrinkles and negates the need for folding.
—Jodi Gonzalez, The Spruce, 9 Feb. 2026
The archerfish experiment negates this assumption.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Block said the medical treatment to block puberty is what negates the male biological advantage.
—Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 13 Jan. 2026
For example, their work didn’t factor in issues like online addiction, which often negates any potential short-term mental health benefits.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 7 Jan. 2026
None of this negates the democratic appeal of putting every child on the same on-ramp to wealth.
—Newsweek Editors, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2025
While all the effort in the world can make for a wonderful garden, achieving such a feat without satisfaction negates the purpose of having one in the first place.
—Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 30 Nov. 2025
Despite his optimism, recent college graduates are still struggling to break into the job market as AI negates the need for many entry-level roles, and are even shielding against the threat of AI through higher degrees, like MBAs or law school.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 21 Nov. 2025
Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 24 Feb. 2026
Hang It Up Putting clothing and linens on hangers right out of the dryer keeps them free of wrinkles and negates the need for folding.
—Jodi Gonzalez, The Spruce, 9 Feb. 2026
The archerfish experiment negates this assumption.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Block said the medical treatment to block puberty is what negates the male biological advantage.
—Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 13 Jan. 2026
For example, their work didn’t factor in issues like online addiction, which often negates any potential short-term mental health benefits.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 7 Jan. 2026
None of this negates the democratic appeal of putting every child on the same on-ramp to wealth.
—Newsweek Editors, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2025
While all the effort in the world can make for a wonderful garden, achieving such a feat without satisfaction negates the purpose of having one in the first place.
—Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 30 Nov. 2025
Despite his optimism, recent college graduates are still struggling to break into the job market as AI negates the need for many entry-level roles, and are even shielding against the threat of AI through higher degrees, like MBAs or law school.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 21 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for negates
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Now in its sixth day, the latest Middle East conflict continues to widen – with the US sinking an Iranian warship off the coast of Sri Lanka and Iran being accused of attacking Azerbaijan in the first strikes on the country since the beginning of the conflict, a claim Iran denies.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
5 Mar. 2026
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The governor’s team denies that was the intent of their proposal.—
Sonja Sharp,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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Instead, this measure abolishes them.—
Jon Coupal,
Oc Register,
31 Aug. 2025
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The Iranian parliament has just approved a law that abolishes prison sentences for those who had to leave Iran illegally.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
11 Aug. 2025
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The praiseworthyness of having both sides of the debate evaporates when the host actively discredits the expert and reflexively enhances the legitimacy of the conspiracy theorist.—
Rafael Perez,
Oc Register,
1 Dec. 2025
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Yet despite its popularity, research discredits this long-standing belief.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Oct. 2025
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Browsh refutes the idea the NFL chose Bad Bunny as a political stunt.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
8 Feb. 2026
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Data consistently refutes the idea that theaters and streaming are in a zero-sum battle for different audiences.—
Joseph M. Singer,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2026
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The Indiana State Teachers Association said the bill repeals long-standing protections for teachers who work in joint programs, interlocal agreements and special education cooperatives.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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The House bill, led by Fort Worth Republican Congressman Craig Goldman, repeals energy regulations related to home appliances that were set under the Biden administration.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Feb. 2026
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This trend rejects rigidity in favor of free-form seating that doesn't box users in and force them into prescribed spots.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
4 Mar. 2026
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The president’s war on Iran is contrary to the Constitution and rejects safeguards in our republican federation.—
William J Watkins Jr,
Oc Register,
4 Mar. 2026
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If a friend cancels or a team changes venues, respond with alternate options rather than vague guilt.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
23 Feb. 2026
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Advertisement When Eun-jae disappears before the transplant, Seong-sin sends his men to kill her, but cancels the order at the last second.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
13 Feb. 2026
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Seen from Beijing, today's turmoil confirms rather than contradicts long-standing assumptions about global energy insecurity.—
Dewardric L. McNeal,
CNBC,
2 Mar. 2026
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Yohnka said Hicks’ experience contradicts those assurances.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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