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negate

Pronunciation: /nɪˈɡeɪt/

The English word “negate” has 4 meanings listed here.

verb

  1. To deny the existence, evidence, or truth of; to contradict.
  2. To nullify or cause to be ineffective.
  3. To be negative; bring or cause negative results.
  4. To perform the NOT operation on.

Etymology

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

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