Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

deny-payment

verb
/dɪˈnaɪ ˈpeɪmənt/
Definition
To refuse to pay or acknowledge a debt or financial obligation.
Examples
  • The company decided to deny payment due to insufficient documentation.
  • He may deny payment if he believes the service was not rendered as promised.
Meaning
Denying payment typically occurs when a debtor disputes the amount owed or claims that the payment is not their responsibility.
Synonyms
  • refuse to pay
  • withhold payment
  • dispute payment