Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gainsaid
verb
/ˈɡeɪnˌseɪd/
Definition
To deny or contradict something.
Examples
- Despite the evidence, he gainsaid the accusation with confidence.
- Her calm demeanor did not gainsay the seriousness of the situation.
- No one dared gainsay the authority of the judge.
Meaning
To gainsay means to say that something is not true or to oppose a statement or assertion.
Synonyms
- deny
- dispute
- contradict
- refute
- oppose
