Pronunciation: /ˈklaɪmət dɪˈnaɪəl/
noun the act of denying the existence or reality of climate change
A1 Climate denial is the act of refusing to believe in global warming.
A2 Some politicians engage in climate denial to avoid taking action on environmental issues.
B1 Climate denial can have serious consequences for the planet if not addressed.
B2 There is a growing movement to combat climate denial and promote awareness of climate change.
C1 Many scientific studies have debunked the arguments used in climate denial.
C2 The prevalence of climate denial in certain political circles is concerning and hinders progress towards sustainability.
formal Climate denial is a dangerous ideology that hinders progress in addressing environmental issues.
informal Some people still engage in climate denial despite overwhelming evidence of global warming.
slang I can't believe there are still climate deniers out there, it's ridiculous.
figurative Refusing to acknowledge the reality of climate change is like burying your head in the sand.
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