Meaning of the word negate in English

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negate

US /nɪˈɡeɪt/
UK /nɪˈɡeɪt/

Verb

1.

to make ineffective; nullify

Example:
The new evidence completely negates the previous theory.
His bad attitude negated all the good work he had done.
2.

to deny the existence of (something)

Example:
He tried to negate the accusations against him.
The philosopher sought to negate the concept of absolute truth.
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