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refute

/rɪˈfjuːt/

/rɪˈfjut/

refuteverb

refuted

Past Simple

refuted

Past Participle

refuting

Gerund

/rɪˈfjuːt/

/rɪˈfjut/

Translations

The scientist was able to refute the previous theory with new evidence.

Учёный смог опровергать предыдущую теорию новыми доказательствами.

доказывать ложность

The lawyer worked hard to refute the accusations against his client.

Адвокат усердно работал, чтобы доказывать ложность обвинений против своего клиента.

Additional translations

доказывать неправоту

Definitions

To prove a statement or theory to be wrong or false; to disprove.

The scientist was able to refute the previous theory with new evidence.

To deny or contradict a statement or accusation.

She refuted the allegations made against her during the interview.

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