Basic Details
Word: Deny
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To say that something is not true or to refuse to accept something.
Synonyms: Refuse, contradict, reject, disallow
Antonyms: Accept, admit, allow
Idioms and Phrases
- Deny the obvious: To refuse to acknowledge something that is clear or evident. Example: "Even when everyone could see the mistake, she continued to deny the obvious."
- Deny someones request: To refuse what someone is asking for. Example: "The coach had to deny her request to play in the game because of a rule."
Usage Examples
Example 1: He tried to deny that he had eaten the last cookie, but there were crumbs all over his shirt.
Example 2: The teacher had to deny the student's late homework submission due to the strict school policy.
Example 3: Even though she wanted to join the team, she had to deny the offer because of her other commitments.
Fun Fact
The word "deny" comes from the Latin word "denegare," which means to refuse, and has been used in English since the 14th century to signify refusal or disagreement.
Famous Quote
"The greatest mistake you can make in life is to be continually fearing you will make one." - Elbert Hubbard
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "deny" mean?
a) To accept something
b) To say something is not true
c) To agree with someone
d) To help someone
Answer: b) To say something is not true
2. Which of these is a synonym of "deny"?
a) Accept
b) Refuse
c) Allow
d) Admit
Answer: b) Refuse
3. Which is an antonym of "deny"?
a) Summon
b) Reject
c) Admit
d) Refuse
Answer: c) Admit
4. Which sentence uses "deny" correctly?
a) She will deny the invitation to the party.
b) He deny that he finished his homework.
c) They decided to deny their mistake.
d) I deny to play football.
Answer: a) She will deny the invitation to the party.
5. What does it mean to "deny someone's request"?
a) To accept what someone is asking for
b) To refuse what someone is asking for
c) To help someone with their request
d) To ignore someone's request
Answer: b) To refuse what someone is asking for
