This is the 3187th most frequent Japanese word.
否認
Denial.
The word '否認' is used here to mean 'deny', specifically a refusal to admit involvement in an activity or event.
彼は犯罪への関与を否認した。
He denied involvement in the crime.
In this sentence, '否認' refers to an action of denial, typically indicating rejection or dismissal of a statement or proposal.
否認されることが予測されていた。
It was anticipated to be denied.
Here '否認' signifies the act of actively disclaiming or refuting information or statements.