Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deny-categorically
verb phrase
/dɪˈnaɪ ˌkæt.ɪˈɡɔːr.ɪ.kəl.i/
Definition
To state something is untrue in a clear and absolute manner.
Examples
- The politician denied categorically any involvement in the scandal.
- She denied categorically the allegations made against her.
- When asked about the rumors, he denied categorically that they were true.
Meaning
When someone denies categorically, they firmly reject an accusation or claim without any ambiguity or hesitation.
Synonyms
- absolutely deny
- flatly refuse
- unequivocally reject
- strongly contest
- categorically refuse
