Denial

Synonyms of denial

• rejection
• refusal
• disavowal

Antonyms of denial

• acceptance
• confirmation
• acknowledgment

Collocations of denial

denial of reality

Frequency: 70 %

His denial of reality was preventing him from seeking help.

denial of responsibility

Frequency: 60 %

His denial of responsibility led to further complications in the project.

denial of wrongdoing

Frequency: 50 %

Despite the evidence, he maintained his denial of wrongdoing.

complete denial

Frequency: 45 %

She was in complete denial about the severity of her addiction.

denial of access

Frequency: 35 %

The denial of access to the building caused inconvenience to the tenants.

Idiomatic Expressions for denial

• Phrase: in a state of denial
  Meaning: being unwilling or unable to accept a reality or truth
  Usage: She is in a state of denial about the end of her relationship, pretending everything is fine.