deny

US /dɪˈnaɪ/
UK /dɪˈnaɪ/
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1.

state that one refuses to admit the truth or existence of.

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He continued to deny the accusations.
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She denied having any knowledge of the plan.
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refutecontradictgainsay
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admitaffirmconfirm
2.

refuse to give (something requested or desired) to (someone).

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They were denied access to the building.
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The committee decided to deny his request for funding.
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refuserejectwithhold
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grantallowpermit