The act of rejecting or denying the validity or truth of a statement or assertion, indicating that something is not the case.
In logical terms, the process of declaring a proposition to be false, particularly in the context of arguments or debates where contrasting viewpoints are examined.
A philosophical concept whereby one counters an assertion by affirming the opposite, often utilized in dialectical discussions to illustrate development or change.
A perspective that fundamentally disputes commonly held beliefs or expectations, suggesting an alternative interpretation of reality.
Example:
そのニュースが彼女に大きなショックを与えた事は否定しようもない。
A linguistic construction where two negations are used in proximity, resulting in a statement that can imply affirmation or a strengthened meaning beyond mere assertion, often seen in phrases like "It's not that A isn't true" or "A is not impossible."
The phenomenon in language where one negative statement negates another, leading to an interpretation that suggests a positive assertion, used in various contexts to enrich the expressiveness of communication.
A rhetorical device in which two negative expressions are combined, which can serve to emphasize a particular point or suggest a more nuanced meaning, as opposed to simply denying an assertion.
Example:
このような形を二重否定といいますが、結果として肯定を表すこととなります。
Describing a perspective or attitude that expresses doubt or disagreement, often focusing on the shortcomings or undesirable aspects of a situation.
Characterizing a statement or response that rejects or contradicts a previous assertion, showcasing an approach that declines affirmation or approval.
Indicating a tendency to highlight or emphasize the adverse side of an issue, leading to a critical or pessimistic viewpoint.
Example:
彼女は人生に対して否定的な態度をとっている。
A state in which a person or entity refuses to acknowledge any validity or truth in a situation or claim, rejecting it entirely without consideration.
The act of entirely dismissing an assertion or belief, asserting that it is completely false or untrue without reservation.
A comprehensive rejection of an idea or proposition, indicating that no aspect of it is accepted or agreed upon in any form.
The act of rejecting one's own identity or qualities in order to create a new self, often involving the recognition of internal contradictions.
A process through which an individual confronts and negates aspects of themselves as a means of personal transformation or growth.
The intentional dismissal of one's own feelings, desires, or beliefs, often resulting from a struggle with one’s self-image or self-worth.