oppugn (Meaning)

Wordnet

oppugn (v)

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

Webster

To fight against; to attack; to be in conflict with; to oppose; to resist.

The opposition oppugned the government's proposed legislation, citing its potential for abuse.
The lawyer oppugned the witness's testimony, arguing that it was unreliable and biased.
The historian oppugned the veracity of the ancient text, questioning its authenticity.
The critic oppugned the author's motives, accusing them of writing for personal gain rather than artistic integrity.
The theologian oppugned the doctrine of predestination as incompatible with a just and loving God.
The scientist oppugned the theory of evolution as lacking sufficient evidence to support its claims.
The philosopher oppugned the notion of absolute truth, arguing that all knowledge is subjective.
The political activist oppugned the status quo, calling for radical change to address social injustices.
The entrepreneur oppugned the existing market structure, proposing a new business model to disrupt the industry.
The spiritual leader oppugned the materialist worldview, emphasizing the importance of finding meaning and purpose beyond physical possessions.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety ofTo fight against; to attack; to be in conflict with; to oppose; to resist.

call into question,challenge, question, protest, contest, impeach, doubt,call in question, dispute, kick (about)

support, embrace, support, accept, defend, swallow, swallow, accept, defend,believe

The opposition oppugned the government's proposed legislation, citing its potential for abuse.

The lawyer oppugned the witness's testimony, arguing that it was unreliable and biased.

The historian oppugned the veracity of the ancient text, questioning its authenticity.

The critic oppugned the author's motives, accusing them of writing for personal gain rather than artistic integrity.