disprove

verb
UK: /ˌdɪsˈpruːv/
US: /ˌdɪsˈpruːv/

  1. To show that something is not true.

    1. The new evidence may disprove his alibi.
    2. Scientists work hard to disprove old theories with new discoveries.

  2. To prove that something is false or wrong, especially a theory or claim.

    1. Can you disprove that aliens have ever visited Earth?
    2. The defense attorney aimed to disprove the prosecution's version of events.

Synonyms

contradict invalidate negate rebut refute
disprove transitive-verb

  1. To refute by offering opposing evidence or logical argument.

    1. They tried to disprove the statement.
    2. His detailed report served to disprove many of their wilder claims.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "disprove" in English means: To show that something is not true., To prove that something is false or wrong, especially a theory or claim..

The phonetic transcription of "disprove" is /ˌdɪsˈpruːv/ in British English and /ˌdɪsˈpruːv/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "disprove": contradict, invalidate, negate, rebut, refute.

Example usage of "disprove": "The new evidence may disprove his alibi.". More examples on the page.