negate
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for negate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To cancel out or make ineffective.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use negate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin negatus, the past participle of negare, "to deny."
Full origin of negate →Frequently asked questions
What does “negate” mean?
The word “negate” means to cancel out or make ineffective. In plain terms, to wipe out an effect, or to say something isn't true.
How do you pronounce “negate”?
“Negate” is pronounced nih-GAYT (/nɪˈɡeɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “negate” in a sentence?
Here is “negate” used in a sentence: “One bad review can negate weeks of good publicity.”
What part of speech is “negate”?
“Negate” is a verb.
Where does the word “negate” come from?
The word “negate” comes from Latin. From Latin negatus, the past participle of negare, "to deny.".
How many meanings does “negate” have?
“Negate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to cancel out or make ineffective.