refutation

UK
/ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/
US
/ˌrɛfjuˈteɪʃən/

Übersetzungen

refutationsubstantiv
refutations
Pl.
UK
/ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/
US
/ˌrɛfjuˈteɪʃən/
The scientist presented a detailed refutation of the previously accepted theory.
Le scientifique a présenté une réfutation détaillée de la théorie auparavant admise.
Her refutation of the accusations was both thorough and convincing.
Sa réfutation des accusations était à la fois complète et convaincante.
refutationadjektiv
UK
/ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/
US
/ˌrɛfjəˈteɪʃən/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "refutation essay")
Zusätzliche Übersetzungen
réfutatoireStyle soutenu, employé surtout de façon attributive.

Definitionen

refutationsubstantiv
The action of proving a statement or theory to be wrong or false.
The scientist presented a detailed refutation of the previously accepted theory.
A statement or argument that disproves or contradicts another statement or argument.
Her refutation of the accusations was both thorough and convincing.
refutationadjektiv
Serving to refute; used attributively before another noun to denote rebuttal or disproof.
The lawyer submitted a refutation brief that dismantled the prosecution’s case.