disproof
Translation
disproof, refutation
Examples
The new evidence provided disproof of his theory.
The new evidence provided disproof of his theory.
Disproof of the rumor was hard to find.
Disproof of the rumour was hard to find.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) evidence that refutes (sth.) The new evidence provided disproof of his theory.
Similar Words
Synonyms: refutation, rebuttal, invalidation; Antonyms: proof, confirmation, evidence
Etymology
From the prefix 'dis-' (indicating negation) + 'proof'. It literally means the opposite of proof.
Memory Tips
It's simply 'dis-' + 'proof'. If 'proof' shows something is true, 'disproof' shows it's false.