refutation
IPA: rɛfjutˈeɪʃʌn
noun
- An act of refuting or disproving; the disproving of an argument, opinion, testimony, doctrine or theory by argument or countervailing proof; evidence of falseness.
- (proscribed) A vocal answer to an attack on one's assertions.
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Examples of "refutation" in Sentences
- The scientist presented a strong refutation of the theory that vaccines cause autism
- Despite his confident refutation, she remained unconvinced of his innocence
- The witness provided a compelling refutation of the defendant's alibi
- His refutation of her accusations left her speechless
- The student's refutation of the teacher's explanation showed a deep understanding of the topic
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