disprove
Translation
to disprove, to refute
Examples
The new evidence could disprove his theory.
The new evidence could disprove his theory.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to prove that (sth.) is false The new evidence could disprove his theory.
Similar Words
Synonyms: refute, rebut, invalidate; Antonyms: prove, confirm, verify
Etymology
From the prefix 'dis-' (opposite of) and 'prove'. It literally means 'to prove the opposite' or 'to prove to be false'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as doing the opposite of 'prove'. You're not proving it right, you're proving it wrong.