refute

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/ɹəˈfjut/ English

Definitions

verb

To prove (something) to be false or incorrect.
To deny the truth or correctness of (something).

Related words

Synonyms

debunk disprove rebut deny gainsay reject repudiate controvert contradict negate counteract invalidate recuse contest dispute refuse counter

Antonyms

accept embrace demonstrate prove

Associated

heresies refuting detained allegation assertions arguments skepticism doctrines accusations assertion heresy hypothesis

Rhymes

astute dispute acute destitute constitute brute moot bruit pursuit attribute

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