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/nɪˈɡeɪʃən/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The contradiction or denial of something; the opposite of affirmation.
The experiment demonstrated the negation of the previously accepted theory.
The logical operation that takes a proposition and returns its opposite truth value.
In formal logic, negation is often represented by the symbol '¬'.
The process of making something ineffective or void.
The treaty included a negation of any prior agreements regarding nuclear weapons.
An expression that results in the denial or contradiction of a statement.
The phrase 'not true' serves as a clear example of negation in language.
Etymology
From Latin 'negatio', meaning 'a refusal or denial'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
no way:
Used to express disbelief or negation.
not at all:
Used to express complete negation.
absolutely not:
Used to emphatically deny something.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
Nah
When asked if he wanted to go out, he just said 'nah'.
Nope
Will you join us for dinner? Nope!