This is the 766th most frequent Dutch word.
ontkent
"Ontkent" means "denies" in English.
Here, 'ontkent' is used in a legal context to signify the suspect's denial of participation in the matter.
De verdachte ontkent elke betrokkenheid bij de zaak.
The suspect denies any involvement in the case.
In this sentence, 'ontkent' is used to express a personal denial regarding an action.
Ze ontkent dat ze het document heeft ondertekend.
She denies having signed the document.
Here, 'ontkent' is used in a more abstract sense, referring to an official document not dismissing a fact.