negate
pronunciation
How to pronounce negate in British English:
UK [nɪˈɡeɪt]
How to pronounce negate in American English:
US [nɪˈɡeɪt]
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- Verb:
- be in contradiction with
- deny the truth of
- prove negative; show to be false
- make ineffective by counterbalancing the effect of
Word Origin
- negate (v.)
- 1795 (with an isolated use from 1620s), back-formation from negation, or else from Latin negatus, past participle of negare. Related: Negated; negates; negating.
Example
- 1. You can also posit strength and joy , or you negate abuse and addiction .
- 2. One weak link in the chain can negate many of the advantages that innovation offers .
- 3. Sure , social media makes communication and promotions easier in some ways , but it doesn 't negate the need for professional public relations experts .
- 4. Sure , you can opt for the salad - but the calories you get from the salad dressing can pretty much negate any vitamins you get from the vegetables .
- 5. This does not negate the importance of charity : it is crucial to a mature society .