Disaffirmation (Noun)
Meaning
The act of asserting that something alleged is not true.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The politician's disaffirmation of the scandalous rumors surrounding her past was met with skepticism by many voters.
- The defendant's disaffirmation of any involvement in the crime failed to convince the jurors of her innocence.
- The celebrity's disaffirmation of the tabloid's sensational claims sparked a heated debate among her fans on social media.
- During the trial, the eyewitness's disaffirmation of the initial testimony she provided to the police proved to be a crucial turning point in the case.
- The company's disaffirmation of the alleged environmental damage caused by their factory operations led to widespread protests from local residents.