Which term means not accepting something to be true?

• A. Acceptance
• B. Denial
• C. Realism
• D. Acknowledgement

Answer: (B)

Not accepting something to be true is denial. Denial is the act of refusing to admit or accept a fact or truth, often as a defense against discomfort or guilt. It can show up when someone ignores or rejects clear evidence. This differs from acceptance, where you acknowledge and agree that something is true; acknowledgement, meanwhile, is recognizing that something exists or is true without necessarily embracing it or acting on it; realism is about seeing things as they really are, focusing on the factual state rather than emotional responses. In everyday terms, denial is choosing not to believe, even when evidence points to the truth.