Negado (en. Denied)
/neˈɣaðo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Who rejects or opposes something.
He was denied to accept help.
Estaba negado a aceptar ayuda.
Who has no skill or willingness to do something.
He is a denied in mathematics.
Es un negado para las matemáticas.
Who has been denied, rejected, or disclaimed.
His wish was denied by the council.
Su deseo fue negado por el consejo.
Etymology
From the verb 'deny', which comes from the Latin 'negare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
is denied
Lacks the ability or skill to do something.
está negado
to be a denied
To designate a person with little or no skill in a specific area.
ser un negado
denied to the idea
Total rejection of a proposal or concept.
negado a la idea
Related Words
deny
To reject the truth of something.
negar
negligence
Lack of care or attention.
negligencia
negativity
Tendency to see the unfavorable side of things.
negatividad
Slang Meanings
A person who has no talent for something.
Don't worry about being a denied in dancing; we all learn at our own pace.
No te preocupes por ser un negado en el baile, todos aprendemos a nuestro ritmo.
Someone who constantly refuses to cooperate.
He is always a denied in teamwork.
Siempre es un negado en el trabajo en equipo.