Synonyms for Deny (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (deny oneself (something); restrain, especially from indulging in some pleasure):
abnegate
WordNet sense 2 (refuse to let have):
refuse, refuse
WordNet sense 3 (deny formally (an allegation of fact by the opposing party) in a legal suit):
traverse
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