negatable
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/nɪˈɡeɪtəbl/
(negate)
nullify or deny
Etymology
Etymology Information
'negatable' originates from the Latin word 'negare,' meaning 'to deny.'
Historical Evolution
'negare' transformed into the English word 'negate,' and eventually became the adjective 'negatable.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to deny or say no,' and evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being negated.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being negated or denied.
The statement is negatable, meaning it can be proven false.
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Last updated: 2025/05/31 22:44