negate
(verb)
verb
1. be in contradiction with
Similar word(s): belie, contradict
Definition categories: stative, depart, deviate, diverge, vary
2. deny the truth of
Similar word(s): contradict, contravene
Definition categories: communication, differ, disagree, dissent
3. prove negative; show to be false
Similar word(s): contradict
Definition categories: cognition, demonstrate, establish, prove, shew, show
4. make ineffective by counterbalancing the effect of
- This action will negate the effect of my efforts
Similar word(s): neutralise, neutralize, nullify
Definition categories: change, weaken
Sentences with negate as a verb:
- The investigation tending to negate any supernatural influences.
- Progress on the study has been negated by the lack of funds.
- a pessimism that always negates