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deniability

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Noun — The quality of being able to plausibly deny knowledge of or responsibility for something.

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plausible deniability maintain deniability

Etymology

Formed from deny plus the suffix -ability.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “deniability” mean?

The word “deniability” means the quality of being able to plausibly deny knowledge of or responsibility for something. In plain terms, the ability to say "I didn't know" and have it be believable, often used deliberately to avoid blame.

How do you pronounce “deniability”?

“Deniability” is pronounced dih-neye-uh-BIH-lih-tee (/dɪˌnaɪ(j)əˈbɪlɪti/ in IPA).

How do you use “deniability” in a sentence?

Here is “deniability” used in a sentence: “The executive structured the deal to preserve his deniability.”

What part of speech is “deniability”?

“Deniability” is a noun.

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