refute
Translation
to disprove, to rebut, to prove false
Examples
He refuted the accusations against him.
He refuted the accusations against him.
The evidence refutes her claim.
The evidence refutes her claim.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to prove (a statement or theory) to be wrong or false. The lawyer refuted the witness's testimony.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disprove, rebut, debunk; Antonyms: prove, confirm, support
Etymology
From Latin 'refutare' (to drive back, repel, rebut), from 're-' (back).
Memory Tips
Don't confuse it with 'refuse'. To reFUTE is to prove something false with arguments or evidence. Think 'refute the truth'.