Deny

usgb/dɪˈnaɪ/
verb

To state that something is not true or does not exist.

He denied the charges of corruption laid against him.
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Often appears as...

  • deny accusations
  • deny charges
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Blanket Denial

Denying everything, often seen as defensive or dishonest in serious accusations.

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Despite the evidence, he denied all the allegations.
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Immediate Response

Used quickly in conversation to reject what someone else said.

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I deny that remark! It's simply not true.
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