A proposition which is the contradictory of another proposition and which can be obtained from that other proposition by the appropriately placed addition/insertion of the word "not". (Or, in symbolic logic, by prepending that proposition with the symbol for the logical operator "not".)
A denial or contradiction.
The logical operation which obtains such (negated) propositions.
The act of negating something.
A light, irreverent or insulting appeal to a deity or other entity.
A curse, a curse word.
A solemn pledge or promise that invokes a deity, a ruler, or another entity (not necessarily present) to attest the truth of a statement or sincerity of one's desire to fulfill a contract or promise.
A statement or promise which is strengthened (affirmed) by such a pledge.