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Meaning of refutation
The primary meaning of the word "refutation" is the act of proving something to be false or incorrect.
Etymology of refutation
The word "refutation" originates from the Latin "refutare," which means "to prove to be false" or "to disprove"
The Latin "refutare" is a combination of "re" (meaning "against" or "opposite") and "futare" (meaning "to prove" or "to show")
The word "refutation" has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe the act of disproving or disproving a statement, theory, or argument
Synonyms
rebuttal
refutation
denial
repudiation
negation
contradiction
counterargument
counterclaim
dismissal
rejection
disclaimer
disavowal
renunciation
repudiation
confutation
disproval
disproof
invalidation
annulment
cancellation
refutation
rebutment
answer
rejoinder
riposte
retort
comeback
counterattack
counterblast
counterstatement
apologia
defense
justification
vindication
explanation
explication
elucidation
clarification
rectification
correction
Definitions
- The act of proving that something is false or incorrect
- A statement or argument that proves something to be false or incorrect
- The act of disproving or disproving a statement, theory, or argument
Usage Examples
- The scientist's refutation of the theory was based on rigorous experimentation and data analysis
- The lawyer's refutation of the opponent's argument was convincing and persuasive
- The historian's refutation of the myth was supported by extensive research and evidence
Antonyms
confirmation
affirmation
validation
verification
substantiation
proof
evidence
justification
vindication
corroboration
ratification
sanction
endorsement
approval
affirmation
assertion
declaration
statement
claim
allegation
accusation
affirmation
acknowledgment
admission
confession