denier

dɪˈnaɪər, dɪˈneɪər

Definitions

1. noun

A person who denies or refuses to accept the truth of something, especially a scientific fact or a historical event.

“The climate change denier was criticized for his views in the scientific community.”

2. noun

A unit of fabric thickness, equal to a single thread in a fabric.

“The fabric had a denier of 300, making it quite thick and durable.”

3. noun

A type of nylon fabric used for hosiery, stockings, and other clothing.

“The new pair of stockings was made of a lightweight denier fabric.”

4. adjective

Refusing to accept the truth of something, especially a scientific fact or a historical event.

“The denier theory was widely rejected by experts in the field.”

Synonyms

  • refusenik
  • skeptic

Antonyms

  • acceptor
  • believer