refute (Meaning)
refute (v)
overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof
prove to be false or incorrect
refute (v. t.)
To disprove and overthrow by argument, evidence, or countervailing proof; to prove to be false or erroneous; to confute; as, to refute arguments; to refute testimony; to refute opinions or theories; to refute a disputant.
Synonyms & Antonyms of refute
refute Sentence Examples
- The scientist's theory was easily refuted by the overwhelming evidence against it.
- The politician's claims were refuted by the investigative journalist's thorough research.
- The historian refuted the myth that the ancient Greeks believed the world was flat.
- The lawyer skillfully refuted the prosecutor's arguments, casting doubt on the witness's testimony.
- The philosopher refuted the absolutist's belief that there is only one true way to live.
- The environmentalist refuted the developer's assertion that the proposed project would have no negative impact on the ecosystem.
- The economist refuted the government's prediction of a recession, arguing that the data suggested continued economic growth.
- The doctor refuted the patient's belief that they had a terminal illness, providing them with a more hopeful prognosis based on their medical tests.
- The teacher refuted the student's interpretation of the text, explaining the true meaning behind the author's words.
- The skeptic refuted the believer's claim that they had witnessed a miracle, pointing to the lack of scientific evidence to support their extraordinary experience.
FAQs About the word refute
overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof, prove to be false or incorrectTo disprove and overthrow by argument, evidence, or countervailing proof; to prove to b
contradict, reject,deny, disclaim, disallow, negate,disavow, gainsay, disown, repudiate
confirm, own, own, allow, admit, concede, accept, adopt,confirm, allow
The scientist's theory was easily refuted by the overwhelming evidence against it.
The politician's claims were refuted by the investigative journalist's thorough research.
The historian refuted the myth that the ancient Greeks believed the world was flat.
The lawyer skillfully refuted the prosecutor's arguments, casting doubt on the witness's testimony.
