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refutation

/ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/

/ˌrɛfjuˈteɪʃən/

refutationnoun

refutations

/ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/

/ˌrɛfjuˈteɪʃən/

Translations

The scientist provided a strong refutation of the theory.

Учёный предоставил сильное опровержение теории.

Additional translations

опровержение теории

опровержение доводов

Definitions

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.

Synonyms

refutationadjective

/ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/

/ˌrɛfjəˈteɪʃən/

Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "refutation essay")

Definitions

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.