Definition of negates

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • negates is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • negates is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
  • negates is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 10

Definition of negates


  • deny the truth of (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. contradict
    2. contravene
  • be in contradiction with (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. belie
    2. contradict
  • prove negative; show to be false (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. contradict
  • make ineffective by counterbalancing the effect of (verb)

    Examples

    1. This action will negate the effect of my efforts

    Synonyms

    1. neutralise
    2. neutralize
    3. nullify

See definition of negates in Merriam Webster