Keywords: avoidance, denial, avoid, deny, defensive

Sign Definition

As a Noun

1. A statement in which you say something is not true, especially when it has been claimed to be true of you. English = denial.
2. The act of keeping away or refusing someone or something which has the potential to cause you harm or damage. English = avoidance.

As a Verb or Adjective

1. To say that something is not true, especially to say that it is not you who did something. English = deny.
2. To keep away from or to say no to someone or something which has the potential to cause you harm or damage. English = avoid.
3. Of a person, to behave in a way that shows they feel unsure or threatened. English = (be) defensive.