denial
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Chloe described her grief as constant but ever-changing, moving between denial and acceptance rather than following a "linear" path.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
When the doctor tells him, “Sire, you are incurable,” he reacts with the same denial that has allowed him to ignore the destruction that has occurred under his negligent leadership.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
Le Pen has long sought to make the party she inherited from her father Jean-Marie more palatable, including by distancing it from the antisemitic legacy of a man convicted for Holocaust denial.
From Barron's • May 7, 2026
One might argue that her grief and denial just attached themselves to astrological beliefs because such beliefs happened to be there; it was no more than a biographical accident.
From Slate • May 5, 2026
Janine had been overenthusiastic, which sometimes has the force of a denial.
From "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood
Vocabulary lists containing denial
Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka (1954)
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Game Changer
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
