Added 11 October 2026
negate
/nɪˈɡeɪt/ verb
Latin root: negātus Wiktionary
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To deny the existence, evidence, or truth of; to contradict.
The investigation tending to negate any supernatural influences.
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To nullify or cause to be ineffective.
Progress on the study has been negated by the lack of funds.
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To be negative; bring or cause negative results.
a pessimism that always negates
Origin
From Latin negātus, perfect passive participle of negō (“to deny, refuse, decline”), see -ate (verb-forming suffix).
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