refute

verb
UK: /rɪˈfjuːt/
US: /rɪˈfjuːt/

  1. To prove that something is wrong or not true.

    1. I can refute this claim with solid evidence.
    2. The lawyer aimed to refute the witness's testimony during the trial by presenting contradictory evidence.

  2. To deny or contradict a statement or accusation.

    1. He tried to refute all of the charges.
    2. She issued a statement to refute allegations made in the press about her involvement.

Synonyms

rebut deny contradict invalidate disprove

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "refute" in English means: To prove that something is wrong or not true., To deny or contradict a statement or accusation..

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

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

Example usage of "refute": "I can refute this claim with solid evidence.". More examples on the page.