Denegate

/ˈdɛnɪɡeɪt/ verb

Definition

To deny or refuse to acknowledge something; to reject or negate.

Etymology

From Latin 'denegare' (de- 'away' + negare 'to deny'), formed in the 16th century as an intensified form of 'negate' meaning to actively refuse or deny.

Kelly Says

This word is so rare that most spell-checkers don't recognize it, yet it's the perfect term for when you don't just disagree—you actively, emphatically refuse to accept something.

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