refute
verb as in strong fondness
Word Combinations
Example:The expert refuted the claim that the new drug had no side effects.
Definition:to show that a statement or assertion is not true
Example:She refuted with evidence that the theory was incorrect.
Definition:to prove a statement or argument incorrect using factual evidence
Example:He tried to refute the accusation that he was responsible for the mismanagement.
Definition:to prove an accusation false
Example:The teacher refuted the misconception that algebra was only useful for scientists.
Definition:to correct a widespread but false idea
Example:The political candidate refuted an attack on his financial records by providing his tax returns.
Definition:to prove an attack or criticism wrong
Example:The spokesperson refuted the rumor that the CEO was planning to retire.
Definition:to prove a rumor or false report incorrect
Example:The new study refuted a long-held theory about the origins of the human race.
Definition:to disprove a theory
Example:The lawyer refuted the argument that his client was guilty by showing evidence of alibi.
Definition:to prove that an argument is wrong
Example:The experiment refuted the hypothesis that the enzyme works at a higher temperature.
Definition:to show that a hypothesis is not supported by the evidence
Example:He refuted an allegation of fraud by producing his income tax returns.
Definition:to prove an allegation or accusation false
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