English–French
“denial” in French
Pronunciation
IPA/deni/
Example
Son déni de la faute est évident.
His denial of the fault is obvious.
How to say “denial” in French
“Denial” in French is déni.
A barrier that keeps an unwelcome reality, fault, or request outside conscious acknowledgment.
Example sentences with déni
Le déni de responsabilité complique la gestion de l'équipe.
The denial of responsibility complicates team management.
Tips for using déni
- Déni is more formal than the everyday verb nier, and the expression être dans le déni describes a continuing refusal to face reality.
Other French words for “denial”
Le suspect a fait une dénégation devant le juge.
The suspect issued a denial before the judge.