Definition

A person who refuses to accept or believe something, especially a fact or reality.

Example

He is a climate change denier who does not believe in global warming.

Conversation

Did you hear about the guy who is a total denier of climate change?

Yeah, it's hard to believe some people still don’t accept the facts.

I know! It's like they refuse to see the evidence right in front of them.

Exactly, being a denier just makes things worse for all of us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Denier → It originates from Old French 'denier' (meaning to deny or refuse), which itself comes from the Latin 'denegare' (meaning to refuse or deny). The word 'denier' refers to a person who denies or refuses something, particularly in the context of beliefs or facts.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'refuses' or 'denies' something — that's what a denier does.

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