NEGATE

Meaning

To deny the existence, evidence, or truth of; to contradict.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

From Latin negātus, perfect passive participle of negō (“to deny, refuse, decline”), see -ate (verb-forming suffix).

Synonyms & Antonyms

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 7 recorded puzzles:

• 2026-01-22GATMENU
• 2025-08-10GAOMENT
• 2025-07-09TANEDGV
• 2025-04-16GATLENY
• 2024-03-04GACENOT
• 2023-11-21GADENTV
• 2023-08-08GUATEDN