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NEGATE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Negate.

Negate - as a verb

Be in contradiction with

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
belie7contradict15

Deny the truth of

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contradict15contravene15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
differ13disagree10dissent8take issue
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Prove negative; show to be false

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contradict15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
demonstrate14establish14prove10shew10show10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
affirm14

Make ineffective by counterbalancing the effect of

Example: "Her optimism neutralizes his gloom"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
neutralise10neutralize19nullify13

Example Sentences

"She negated her previous statement by offering a different explanation."
"The new evidence is expected to negate the defense's argument."
"His apology couldn't negate the damage caused by his actions."
"A healthy lifestyle can negate the need for certain medications."
"The committee voted to negate the proposed policy change."
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Word Game Points

Is NEGATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, negate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

NEGATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is NEGATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, negate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NEGATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is NEGATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, negate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NEGATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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